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Ola seminar25 team10: /* Your Landscape Democracy Manifestoes (Phase A) */

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Your Landscape Democracy Manifestoes (Phase A)

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	* In how far did the seminar lectures and readings help you to clarify this?		* In how far did the seminar lectures and readings help you to clarify this?
	* What will you take home from this seminar?		* What will you take home from this seminar?
			[[File:Prototype - Image 2.png\|thumb\|385x385px\|''Team 10 - Prototype: Baithak Chowk, Sanjauli, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh - India'']]

			=== Final Reflections - Team 10 ===
			Throughout our collaboration, our team shared a common understanding that '''democratic landscape transformation''' is not just about spatial design, but about creating conditions where participation, inclusion, identity, and belonging become the foundations for social and spatial change. Although we came from different countries, disciplines, and cultural backgrounds, we found strong alignment in our core values — especially the belief that people must be truly listened to, and that the transformation of landscapes must arise with communities, not simply for them.

			This collective vision was shaped primarily through our ongoing discussions, practical activities, and group reflections. Each member contributed a unique perspective: some focused more on storytelling, cultural memory, and identity, while others emphasized power dynamics, governance structures, or co-design strategies. This diversity enriched our process, allowing us to build a prototype and an impact chain that were both grounded in context and inspired by shared values. It became clear to us that landscape democracy involves not just physical space, but also the symbolic, emotional, and political dimensions that give meaning to place. Many of the issues we discussed — such as environmental degradation, social inequality, informal settlements, and spatial injustice — are not new to us. However, what became clear throughout the process is that while these problems are global, their expressions are deeply local, shaped by unique cultural, political, and environmental contexts.

			The seminar’s lectures and readings played an important role in giving structure and vocabulary to our thoughts. If we talk about empowering communities, it's crucial to first examine existing structures of power and influence — and these tools such as power maps, concept maps, and community mapping helped us do that. The seminar emphasized how collaborative design and democratic landscape transformation are complex processes that require us to rethink the roles of all actors involved, including architects, landscape designers, and urban planners. This also raised important questions about authorship in design and the responsibility of professionals in shaping inclusive spaces. These resources offered practical frameworks to connect theory and action — and gave us a clearer direction when working on our prototype in Sanjauli.

			This experience also came with challenges. Doing everything online and remotely demanded strong communication and active collaboration. Our WhatsApp group became essential for coordination, idea exchange, and support. From this experience, we take home not only new tools and knowledge, but also the understanding that '''collaboration across borders''' — between people with different histories, landscapes, and traditions — can lead to meaningful outcomes when built upon shared commitments to justice, inclusion, and dignity. In the end, working as an international group reminded us that even when we speak different languages or come from different landscapes, we often share the same hopes for the societies we want to help shape. And it is through listening, co-creating, and imagining together that real democratic transformation becomes possible.
	[[Category:OLA Working Group 2025]]		[[Category:OLA Working Group 2025]]

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	==== Iteration Process – Data Collection ====		==== Iteration Process – Data Collection ====
	We collected insights through:		We would collected insights through:

	* Direct observation (who uses it, how, when)		* Direct observation (who uses it, how, when)

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	*'''Francesca Mazza''', a dedicated Italian Landscape Architect with a profound commitment to creating green spaces that harmonize with urban environments. Her work emphasizes environmental sustainability and the regeneration of public areas, reflecting her belief in the transformative power of well-designed landscapes. With extensive experience in collaborating on diverse projects, from public parks to comprehensive urban regeneration efforts, Francesca is adept at integrating ecological principles into her designs. She understands the importance of fostering community engagement and enhancing the quality of life through thoughtfully planned outdoor spaces.		*'''Francesca Mazza''', a dedicated Italian Landscape Architect with a profound commitment to creating green spaces that harmonize with urban environments. Her work emphasizes environmental sustainability and the regeneration of public areas, reflecting her belief in the transformative power of well-designed landscapes. With extensive experience in collaborating on diverse projects, from public parks to comprehensive urban regeneration efforts, Francesca is adept at integrating ecological principles into her designs. She understands the importance of fostering community engagement and enhancing the quality of life through thoughtfully planned outdoor spaces.
	*'''Salar Asefi''', is an architect from the Azerbaijan region in northwest Iran, where his cultural and geographical background has greatly influenced his approach to urban and landscape design. His recent work focused on Lake Urmia, addressing its environmental and social implications, as he believes that landscape design should respond to the pressing needs of both people and nature. His design philosophy is rooted in the principles of community involvement and sustainable architecture, with a particular emphasis on façades, public spaces, and people-centered design. He advocates for a design process that incorporates diverse perspectives—both supportive and critical—ensuring that all voices are heard in shaping the future of urban spaces.		*'''Salar Asefi''', is an architect from the Azerbaijan region in northwest Iran, where his cultural and geographical background has greatly influenced his approach to urban and landscape design. His recent work focused on Lake Urmia, addressing its environmental and social implications, as he believes that landscape design should respond to the pressing needs of both people and nature. His design philosophy is rooted in the principles of community involvement and sustainable architecture, with a particular emphasis on façades, public spaces, and people-centered design. He advocates for a design process that incorporates diverse perspectives—both supportive and critical—ensuring that all voices are heard in shaping the future of urban spaces.
			*'''Shabi Khan''', is an Indian architect and landscape designer with over seven years of international experience spanning India, Saudi Arabia, Dubai, and the United States. He is currently pursuing a Master's in International Landscape Architecture at Nürtingen-Geislingen University in Germany. Shabi’s work focuses on sustainable Architecture and Landscape Design, shaped by his hands-on experience and a global design perspective. Notably, he contributed to impactful projects with the Office of Lou Arencibia in New York, further honing his approach to environmentally responsive design. Originally from New Delhi, India, Shabi brings a deep personal connection to the challenges of urban growth and environmental degradation. Through both his professional and academic work, he is dedicated to creating meaningful, people-centered landscapes that support long-term ecological balance.
	*'''Tabby Ngii''', is a Kenyan Landscape Architect who brings a rich intersection between lingustic diversity and cultural depth. Growing up in a multilingual society, she's fluent in English and Kiswahili, and understand the power of language in shaping narratives and bridging communities. Her Kenyan heritage rooted in communal values, ecological awareness and deep respect for land, grounds her design approach which is shaped by both rural and urban Kenyan Landscapes, where storytelling, collective identity, and traditional ecological knowledge guide place-making. She contribute a perspective rooted in inclusivity, adaptability, and a strong connection between people and nature.		*'''Tabby Ngii''', is a Kenyan Landscape Architect who brings a rich intersection between lingustic diversity and cultural depth. Growing up in a multilingual society, she's fluent in English and Kiswahili, and understand the power of language in shaping narratives and bridging communities. Her Kenyan heritage rooted in communal values, ecological awareness and deep respect for land, grounds her design approach which is shaped by both rural and urban Kenyan Landscapes, where storytelling, collective identity, and traditional ecological knowledge guide place-making. She contribute a perspective rooted in inclusivity, adaptability, and a strong connection between people and nature.
	*'''Vitória Gonçalves''', is a Brazilian architect and urban planner committed to a social and democratic approach to architecture—one that is fundamentally centered on people, especially those who are often marginalized due to race, economic status, or gender. With experience in the development of public space projects such as urban squares and parks, Vitória views these spaces as vital instruments for social and environmental transformation, enhancing the quality of life in cities. As a researcher, she also holds a particular interest in interventions in historic centers—sites rich in memory and essential to the cultural identity of communities. Her work is grounded in social sensitivity, ecological awareness, and the appreciation of local narratives, always striving to co-create more just, resilient, and vibrant urban environments.		*'''Vitória Gonçalves''', is a Brazilian architect and urban planner committed to a social and democratic approach to architecture—one that is fundamentally centered on people, especially those who are often marginalized due to race, economic status, or gender. With experience in the development of public space projects such as urban squares and parks, Vitória views these spaces as vital instruments for social and environmental transformation, enhancing the quality of life in cities. As a researcher, she also holds a particular interest in interventions in historic centers—sites rich in memory and essential to the cultural identity of communities. Her work is grounded in social sensitivity, ecological awareness, and the appreciation of local narratives, always striving to co-create more just, resilient, and vibrant urban environments.
	*'''Shabi Khan''', is an Indian architect and landscape designer with over seven years of international experience spanning India, Saudi Arabia, Dubai, and the United States. He is currently pursuing a Master's in International Landscape Architecture at Nürtingen-Geislingen University in Germany. Shabi’s work focuses on sustainable Architecture and Landscape Design, shaped by his hands-on experience and a global design perspective. Notably, he contributed to impactful projects with the Office of Lou Arencibia in New York, further honing his approach to environmentally responsive design. Originally from New Delhi, India, Shabi brings a deep personal connection to the challenges of urban growth and environmental degradation. Through both his professional and academic work, he is dedicated to creating meaningful, people-centered landscapes that support long-term ecological balance.

	==Your Landscape Democracy Manifestoes (Phase A) ==		==Your Landscape Democracy Manifestoes (Phase A) ==
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	*'''Francesca Mazza''', [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XH7MuGuZZbpUim0xQqQBgUhxLx5Oz9Ki/view?usp=sharing The Reconversion of Stables Montel in San Siro]		*'''Francesca Mazza''', [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XH7MuGuZZbpUim0xQqQBgUhxLx5Oz9Ki/view?usp=sharing The Reconversion of Stables Montel in San Siro]
	*'''Salar Asefi''', [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1F84vgBrMkKUdrvdq3fypcjbWzrmmMkPj/view?usp=sharing Urmia lake, a landscape in crisis]		*'''Salar Asefi''', [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1F84vgBrMkKUdrvdq3fypcjbWzrmmMkPj/view?usp=sharing Urmia lake, a landscape in crisis]
			*'''Shabi Khan''', [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XwoytyXaNW8b6Ddpr3cJSrB7Ylg_NWX8/view?usp=sharing Save Himachal]
	*'''Tabby Ngii''', [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Yjz-uHUZ7BrTnifP66500WZkY3rrgb3v/view?usp=drive_link Shaping Just, Resilient and Inclusive landscapes]		*'''Tabby Ngii''', [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Yjz-uHUZ7BrTnifP66500WZkY3rrgb3v/view?usp=drive_link Shaping Just, Resilient and Inclusive landscapes]
	*'''Vitória Gonçalves''', [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Jr3e676HtVAXYPrMgDa3wVPSki7RZQjf/view Landscape is a right, Against Floods and Environmental Injustice in Ponte Nova - Brazil]		*'''Vitória Gonçalves''', [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Jr3e676HtVAXYPrMgDa3wVPSki7RZQjf/view Landscape is a right, Against Floods and Environmental Injustice in Ponte Nova - Brazil]
	*'''Shabi Khan''', [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XwoytyXaNW8b6Ddpr3cJSrB7Ylg_NWX8/view?usp=sharing Save Himachal]

	== Entering the Process: Activism, Community and Power (Phase B) ==		== Entering the Process: Activism, Community and Power (Phase B) ==
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	On May 14, every team member introduces a landscape democracy activist/or design activist individual or group. Please add the people you introduced, you may also add the presentation material used with a downloadable link:		On May 14, every team member introduces a landscape democracy activist/or design activist individual or group. Please add the people you introduced, you may also add the presentation material used with a downloadable link:

			*Francesca Mazza, [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1L_M3Qy82Va-mcs_EQWlIqVxatzXcNe2b/view?usp=sharing Naomi Klein: Environmental Activist, Journalist, and Author]
	*Salar Asefi, [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DxZ_Zy-enTXBhYxTPw8cDP7Qh5Isd4Pk/view?usp=sharing Kaveh Madani: Science, Activism, and Environmental Justice]		*Salar Asefi, [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DxZ_Zy-enTXBhYxTPw8cDP7Qh5Isd4Pk/view?usp=sharing Kaveh Madani: Science, Activism, and Environmental Justice]
	*Francesca Mazza, [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1L_M3Qy82Va-mcs_EQWlIqVxatzXcNe2b/view?usp=sharing Naomi Klein: Environmental Activist, Journalist, and Author]
	*Vitória Gonçalves, [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zvmioOD2DMsHOhb9Od1DgUIyWjz1C5ft/view?usp=sharing Sustainable Favela Network]
	*Shabi Khan, [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dOEU4nOPNjrKpgseteb_Q_5P-Y99Juzo/view?usp=sharing Vandana Shiva: Founder - Navdanya Movement]		*Shabi Khan, [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dOEU4nOPNjrKpgseteb_Q_5P-Y99Juzo/view?usp=sharing Vandana Shiva: Founder - Navdanya Movement]
	*Tabby Ngii, KDI: [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FwOXDzhXXfJGpUYPna3oCYy9K0XZiWTP/view?usp=drive_link Participatory, environmental, and spatial justice activist]		*Tabby Ngii, KDI: [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FwOXDzhXXfJGpUYPna3oCYy9K0XZiWTP/view?usp=drive_link Participatory, environmental, and spatial justice activist]
			*Vitória Gonçalves, [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zvmioOD2DMsHOhb9Od1DgUIyWjz1C5ft/view?usp=sharing Sustainable Favela Network]

	== Your Team's Landscape Democracy Challenge (Phase B) ==		== Your Team's Landscape Democracy Challenge (Phase B) ==

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	To initiate our vision, we designed Baithak Chowk — a semi-circular public seating space aimed at activating dialogue, participation, and shared experience in the heart of Sanjauli’s local market area.		To initiate our vision, we designed '''Baithak Chowk''' — a semi-circular public seating space aimed at activating dialogue, participation, and shared experience in the heart of Sanjauli’s local market area.

	This prototype was developed to test how public space can promote rest, encounters, social exchange, and belonging, while respecting the physical, social, symbolic, and temporal context of the community.[[File:Prototype - Image 1.png\|thumb\|251x251px\|''Baithak Chowk''[[File:Prototype Sketch 2.png\|thumb\|244x244px\|''Prototype Sketch'']][[File:Prototype - Image 5.png\|thumb\|244x244px\|''Prototype Rendering 1'']][[File:Prototype - Image 4.png\|thumb\|243x243px\|''Prototype Rendering 3'']]]]		This prototype was developed to test how public space can promote rest, encounters, social exchange, and belonging, while respecting the physical, social, symbolic, and temporal context of the community.[[File:Prototype - Image 1.png\|thumb\|251x251px\|''Baithak Chowk''[[File:Prototype Sketch 2.png\|thumb\|244x244px\|''Prototype Sketch'']][[File:Prototype - Image 5.png\|thumb\|244x244px\|''Prototype Rendering 1'']][[File:Prototype - Image 4.png\|thumb\|243x243px\|''Prototype Rendering 2'']]]]
	==== Testing Questions ====		==== Testing Questions ====
	We explored multiple dimensions:		We explored multiple dimensions:

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	''Present here a visual representation of the landscape and community context of the area. What are the main spatial features? Which actors can you identify and how are they related to the area? Which values exist and for whom? What is at risk and why? Try to generate creative/conceptual/synthetic representation''		''Present here a visual representation of the landscape and community context of the area. What are the main spatial features? Which actors can you identify and how are they related to the area? Which values exist and for whom? What is at risk and why? Try to generate creative/conceptual/synthetic representation''

	[[File:Landscape Community Map.png\|~~486x486px~~\|thumb\|left\|''Landscape and Community Map'']]Our map visualizes the key territorial layers, stakeholders, and pressures acting on the Sanjauli landscape. It identifies natural and built features, such as mountains, springs, forests, traditional villages, and tourism infrastructure.		[[File:Landscape Community Map.png\|439x439px\|thumb\|left\|''Landscape and Community Map'']]Our map visualizes the key territorial layers, stakeholders, and pressures acting on the Sanjauli landscape. It identifies natural and built features, such as mountains, springs, forests, traditional villages, and tourism infrastructure.

	The community is affected by issues like:		The community is affected by issues like:

Ola seminar25 team10 at 00:27, 7 July 2025

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	''If you were to redesign the power map of your area and start a process of democratic landscape transformation: Which long term-goal could keep the process going? What could be a collective vision that integrates the goals of your team? Give a name to your vision. Try to generate creative/conceptual/synthetic representation.''		''If you were to redesign the power map of your area and start a process of democratic landscape transformation: Which long term-goal could keep the process going? What could be a collective vision that integrates the goals of your team? Give a name to your vision. Try to generate creative/conceptual/synthetic representation.''

	'''Our vision''' is reimagine Sanjauli as a living, walkable, and inclusive landscape, peaceful, connected, and full of wonder. A place that welcomes children, tourists, the rich and the poor alike; where every person feels a sense of dignity, belonging, and joy. Let it be a land where memories are created, dreams take root, and no voice is left unheard. A home that the community cherishes and always longs to return to. [[File:Prototype as Engagement.png\|thumb\|~~276x276px~~\|''Prototyping as Engagement.'']]		'''Our vision''' is reimagine Sanjauli as a living, walkable, and inclusive landscape, peaceful, connected, and full of wonder. A place that welcomes children, tourists, the rich and the poor alike; where every person feels a sense of dignity, belonging, and joy. Let it be a land where memories are created, dreams take root, and no voice is left unheard. A home that the community cherishes and always longs to return to. [[File:Prototype as Engagement.png\|thumb\|258x258px\|''Prototyping as Engagement.'']]
	=== A prototype of the first step ===		=== A prototype of the first step ===
	''How would you enter the process? Which prototype could activate it? How would you introduce the prototype to the community?''		''How would you enter the process? Which prototype could activate it? How would you introduce the prototype to the community?''
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	File:Tabby Ngii.png\|Tabby Ngii		File:Tabby Ngii.png\|Tabby Ngii
	File:Vitória Gonçalves.png\|Vitória Gonçalves		File:Vitória Gonçalves.png\|Vitória Gonçalves
	</gallery>[[File:Integrated Concept Map - Final.png\|thumb\|''Integrated Concept Map''\|~~214x214px~~]]		</gallery>[[File:Integrated Concept Map - Final.png\|thumb\|''Integrated Concept Map''\|204x204px]]

	==== Integrated Concept Map ====		==== Integrated Concept Map ====

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	===Overview of your concept maps (individiual and integrated)===		===Overview of your concept maps (individiual and integrated)===
	''Individual Concept Map''<gallery widths="200" heights="200">
			==== Individual Concept Map ====
			This section presents the individual concept maps created by each team member as a way to reflect on the connection between landscape and democracy. Each map represents a personal interpretation of key ideas, relationships, and values that shape democratic transformation through space. These visualizations served as a foundation for discussion and the development of our final integrated concept map.<gallery widths="200" heights="200">
	File:Francesca Mazza.png\|Francesca Mazza		File:Francesca Mazza.png\|Francesca Mazza
	File:Salar Asefi.png\|Salar Asefi		File:Salar Asefi.png\|Salar Asefi
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	File:Tabby Ngii.png\|Tabby Ngii		File:Tabby Ngii.png\|Tabby Ngii
	File:Vitória Gonçalves.png\|Vitória Gonçalves		File:Vitória Gonçalves.png\|Vitória Gonçalves
	</gallery>~~''Integrated Concept Map''~~		</gallery>[[File:Integrated Concept Map - Final.png\|thumb\|''Integrated Concept Map''\|214x214px]]
	[[File:Integrated Concept Map - Final.png~~\|none~~\|thumb\|''Integrated Concept Map'']]
			==== Integrated Concept Map ====
			This Integrated Concept Map illustrates the central role of public space as a connector between landscape, democracy, and transformation. It demonstrates how inclusive and participatory public spaces can serve as platforms for community dialogue, cultural expression, and equitable development.

			* From the landscape dimension, public space is rooted in heritage, culture, identity, and collective memory, shaping the way people relate to their environment.
			* From the democracy perspective, public space enables equity, inclusion, and active participation, essential for democratic engagement.
			* In terms of transformation, public space acts as a site for sustainable co-design, social service, and policy-driven change, supported by diplomacy and collaborative governance.

			Altogether, the map expresses a vision of transformation that emerges from place-based knowledge, democratic values, and shared responsibilities—where public space is both a meeting ground and a catalyst for change.

	== Please finish with a short reflection (Phase D) ==		== Please finish with a short reflection (Phase D) ==

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	===Overview of your concept maps (individiual and integrated)===		===Overview of your concept maps (individiual and integrated)===
	''Individual Concept Map''		''Individual Concept Map''<gallery widths="200" heights="200">
			File:Francesca Mazza.png\|Francesca Mazza
	<gallery widths="200" heights="~~150" perrow="4~~">		File:Salar Asefi.png\|Salar Asefi
	File:~~yourfilename~~.~~jpg~~		File:Shabi Khan.png\|Shabi Khan
	File:~~yourfilename~~.~~jpg~~		File:Tabby Ngii.png\|Tabby Ngii
	File:~~yourfilename~~.~~jpg~~		File:Vitória Gonçalves.png\|Vitória Gonçalves
	File:~~yourfilename~~.~~jpg~~
	</gallery>''Integrated Concept Map''		</gallery>''Integrated Concept Map''
			[[File:Integrated Concept Map - Final.png\|none\|thumb\|''Integrated Concept Map'']]

	== Please finish with a short reflection (Phase D) ==		== Please finish with a short reflection (Phase D) ==

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	== Your Team's Landscape Democracy Challenge (Phase B) ==		== Your Team's Landscape Democracy Challenge (Phase B) ==
	* Due: May 21		* Due: May 21
			[[File:Sanjauli, Shimla - Himachal Pradesh.jpg\|thumb\|519x519px\|''<small>Location of the proposed intervention site in Sanjauli, Shimla — highlighted in red within the urban fabric.</small>'']]
	=== Context and Location ===		=== Context and Location ===
	~~[[File:Sanjauli, Shimla - Himachal Pradesh.jpg\|thumb\|519x519px\|''<small>Location of the proposed intervention site in Sanjauli, Shimla — highlighted in red within the urban fabric.</small>'']]~~
	''Briefly describe here the context the landscape democracy challenge you selected on April 23, 2-3 sentences, you may add the link to the manifesto that already exists''		''Briefly describe here the context the landscape democracy challenge you selected on April 23, 2-3 sentences, you may add the link to the manifesto that already exists''

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	''Present here a visual representation of the landscape and community context of the area. What are the main spatial features? Which actors can you identify and how are they related to the area? Which values exist and for whom? What is at risk and why? Try to generate creative/conceptual/synthetic representation''		''Present here a visual representation of the landscape and community context of the area. What are the main spatial features? Which actors can you identify and how are they related to the area? Which values exist and for whom? What is at risk and why? Try to generate creative/conceptual/synthetic representation''

	[[File:Landscape Community Map.png\|~~571x571px~~\|thumb\|left\|''Landscape and Community Map'']]Our map visualizes the key territorial layers, stakeholders, and pressures acting on the Sanjauli landscape. It identifies natural and built features, such as mountains, springs, forests, traditional villages, and tourism infrastructure.		[[File:Landscape Community Map.png\|502x502px\|thumb\|left\|''Landscape and Community Map'']]Our map visualizes the key territorial layers, stakeholders, and pressures acting on the Sanjauli landscape. It identifies natural and built features, such as mountains, springs, forests, traditional villages, and tourism infrastructure.

	The community is affected by issues like:		The community is affected by issues like:
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	''If you were to redesign the power map of your area and start a process of democratic landscape transformation: Which long term-goal could keep the process going? What could be a collective vision that integrates the goals of your team? Give a name to your vision. Try to generate creative/conceptual/synthetic representation.''		''If you were to redesign the power map of your area and start a process of democratic landscape transformation: Which long term-goal could keep the process going? What could be a collective vision that integrates the goals of your team? Give a name to your vision. Try to generate creative/conceptual/synthetic representation.''

	'''Our vision''' is reimagine Sanjauli as a living, walkable, and inclusive landscape, peaceful, connected, and full of wonder. A place that welcomes children, tourists, the rich and the poor alike; where every person feels a sense of dignity, belonging, and joy. Let it be a land where memories are created, dreams take root, and no voice is left unheard. A home that the community cherishes and always longs to return to. [[File:Prototype as Engagement.png\|thumb\|~~352x352px~~]]		'''Our vision''' is reimagine Sanjauli as a living, walkable, and inclusive landscape, peaceful, connected, and full of wonder. A place that welcomes children, tourists, the rich and the poor alike; where every person feels a sense of dignity, belonging, and joy. Let it be a land where memories are created, dreams take root, and no voice is left unheard. A home that the community cherishes and always longs to return to. [[File:Prototype as Engagement.png\|thumb\|276x276px\|''Prototyping as Engagement.'']]
	=== A prototype of the first step ===		=== A prototype of the first step ===
	''How would you enter the process? Which prototype could activate it? How would you introduce the prototype to the community?''		''How would you enter the process? Which prototype could activate it? How would you introduce the prototype to the community?''
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	To initiate our vision, we designed Baithak Chowk — a semi-circular public seating space aimed at activating dialogue, participation, and shared experience in the heart of Sanjauli’s local market area.		To initiate our vision, we designed Baithak Chowk — a semi-circular public seating space aimed at activating dialogue, participation, and shared experience in the heart of Sanjauli’s local market area.

	This prototype was developed to test how public space can promote rest, encounters, social exchange, and belonging, while respecting the physical, social, symbolic, and temporal context of the community.		This prototype was developed to test how public space can promote rest, encounters, social exchange, and belonging, while respecting the physical, social, symbolic, and temporal context of the community.[[File:Prototype - Image 1.png\|thumb\|250x250px\|''Baithak Chowk''[[File:Prototype Sketch 2.png\|thumb\|244x244px\|''Prototype Sketch'']][[File:Prototype - Image 5.png\|thumb\|244x244px\|''Prototype Rendering 1'']][[File:Prototype - Image 4.png\|thumb\|243x243px\|''Prototype Rendering 3'']]]]

	==== Testing Questions ====		==== Testing Questions ====
	We explored multiple dimensions:		We explored multiple dimensions:

	* ~~'''~~Physical feasibility~~'''~~: comfort, durability, placement, shape		* Physical feasibility: comfort, durability, placement, shape
	* ~~'''~~Social feasibility~~'''~~: inclusion of elders, women, youth; fostering interaction		* Social feasibility: inclusion of elders, women, youth; fostering interaction
	* ~~'''~~Emotional / symbolic value~~'''~~: sense of ownership and connection		* Emotional / symbolic value: sense of ownership and connection
	* ~~'''~~Material, color, and shape testing~~'''~~		* Material, color, and shape testing
	* ~~'''~~Temporal feasibility~~'''~~: use during and beyond market hours		* Temporal feasibility: use during and beyond market hours

	==== Physical Aspects ====		==== Physical Aspects ====

	* ~~'''~~Type~~'''~~: Physical pop-up model; Virtual visualization + 3D plan with amphitheater layout.		* Type: Physical pop-up model; Virtual visualization + 3D plan with amphitheater layout.

	* ~~'''~~Design features~~'''~~: A circular stepped seating, promoting visibility and equality. An elevated platform with pergola for speakers, facilitators, or performers. Integration of local stone and wood elements. Landscaping and potential for greenery integration.		* Design features: A circular stepped seating, promoting visibility and equality. An elevated platform with pergola for speakers, facilitators, or performers. Integration of local stone and wood elements. Landscaping and potential for greenery integration.

	* ~~'''~~Material~~'''~~: Reclaimed wood, himachali-style fabric (for shade or accents), local stone masonry, natural and decorative paint and reused pots and eco-conscious finishes.		* Material: Reclaimed wood, himachali-style fabric (for shade or accents), local stone masonry, natural and decorative paint and reused pots and eco-conscious finishes.

	* ~~'''~~Creators~~'''~~: Project team, local youth and community residents who volunteer, carpenters from the community, community artists (embroidery, decoration, painting).		* Creators: Project team, local youth and community residents who volunteer, carpenters from the community, community artists (embroidery, decoration, painting).

	==== Occasion / Testing Context ====		==== Occasion / Testing Context ====

	* ~~'''~~When~~'''~~: During the Tuesday market at Sanjauli bazaar.		* When: During the Tuesday market at Sanjauli bazaar.

	* ~~'''~~Target users~~'''~~: Market vendors (needing rest), shoppers and passersby, elders resting or waiting, children accompanying parents.		* Target users: Market vendors (needing rest), shoppers and passersby, elders resting or waiting, children accompanying parents.

	* ~~'''~~Interaction~~'''~~: Sitting, resting, observing, conversing or gathering, leaving feedback through boards, stickers, drawings.		* Interaction: Sitting, resting, observing, conversing or gathering, leaving feedback through boards, stickers, drawings.

	==== Iteration Process – Data Collection ====		==== Iteration Process – Data Collection ====
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	==== Ethical Considerations ====		==== Ethical Considerations ====

	* Cultural sensitivity: respecting local customs, avoiding religious/political appropriation.		*Cultural sensitivity: respecting local customs, avoiding religious/political appropriation.
	* Gender sensitivity: inclusive and safe for women and girls.		* Gender sensitivity: inclusive and safe for women and girls.
	* Accessibility: inclusive seating design for elders and people with disabilities.		*Accessibility: inclusive seating design for elders and people with disabilities.
	* Consent: prior permission for any photo, interview, or data collection.		* Consent: prior permission for any photo, interview, or data collection.
	* Sustainability: local, reused, and non-toxic materials.		* Sustainability: local, reused, and non-toxic materials.
	* Voluntary participation: no one is obligated to interact or give feedback.		* Voluntary participation: no one is obligated to interact or give feedback.

	~~'''You can present your results in this gallery:'''~~

	~~''Baithak Chowk''~~
	~~[[File:Prototype - Image 1.png\|none\|thumb\|493x493px]]~~
	~~<gallery widths="300">~~
	~~File:Index.php?title=File:Prototype Sketch.jpg\|Prototype Sketch~~
	~~File:Index.php?title=File:Prototype Sketch 2.png\|Prototype Sketch~~
	~~File:Index.php?title=File:Prototype - Image 3.png\|Prototype Rendering~~
	~~File:Index.php?title=File:Prototype - Image 4.png\|Prototype Rendering~~
	~~File:Index.php?title=File:Prototype - Image 5.png\|Prototype Rendering~~
	~~File:Index.php?title=File:Prototype - Image 2.png\|Prototype Rendering~~
	~~</gallery>~~

	== Cross-cutting activity: Readings, concepts and definitions (Phases A - D) ==		== Cross-cutting activity: Readings, concepts and definitions (Phases A - D) ==

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	''Present here a visual representation of the landscape and community context of the area. What are the main spatial features? Which actors can you identify and how are they related to the area? Which values exist and for whom? What is at risk and why? Try to generate creative/conceptual/synthetic representation''		''Present here a visual representation of the landscape and community context of the area. What are the main spatial features? Which actors can you identify and how are they related to the area? Which values exist and for whom? What is at risk and why? Try to generate creative/conceptual/synthetic representation''

	[[File:Landscape Community Map.png\|~~502x502px~~\|thumb\|left\|''Landscape and Community Map'']]Our map visualizes the key territorial layers, stakeholders, and pressures acting on the Sanjauli landscape. It identifies natural and built features, such as mountains, springs, forests, traditional villages, and tourism infrastructure.		[[File:Landscape Community Map.png\|486x486px\|thumb\|left\|''Landscape and Community Map'']]Our map visualizes the key territorial layers, stakeholders, and pressures acting on the Sanjauli landscape. It identifies natural and built features, such as mountains, springs, forests, traditional villages, and tourism infrastructure.

	The community is affected by issues like:		The community is affected by issues like:
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	''If you were to redesign the power map of your area and start a process of democratic landscape transformation: Which long term-goal could keep the process going? What could be a collective vision that integrates the goals of your team? Give a name to your vision. Try to generate creative/conceptual/synthetic representation.''		''If you were to redesign the power map of your area and start a process of democratic landscape transformation: Which long term-goal could keep the process going? What could be a collective vision that integrates the goals of your team? Give a name to your vision. Try to generate creative/conceptual/synthetic representation.''

	'''Our vision''' is reimagine Sanjauli as a living, walkable, and inclusive landscape, peaceful, connected, and full of wonder. A place that welcomes children, tourists, the rich and the poor alike; where every person feels a sense of dignity, belonging, and joy. Let it be a land where memories are created, dreams take root, and no voice is left unheard. A home that the community cherishes and always longs to return to. [[File:Prototype as Engagement.png\|thumb\|~~258x258px~~\|''Prototyping as Engagement.'']]		'''Our vision''' is reimagine Sanjauli as a living, walkable, and inclusive landscape, peaceful, connected, and full of wonder. A place that welcomes children, tourists, the rich and the poor alike; where every person feels a sense of dignity, belonging, and joy. Let it be a land where memories are created, dreams take root, and no voice is left unheard. A home that the community cherishes and always longs to return to. [[File:Prototype as Engagement.png\|thumb\|245x245px\|''Prototyping as Engagement.'']]
	=== A prototype of the first step ===		=== A prototype of the first step ===
	''How would you enter the process? Which prototype could activate it? How would you introduce the prototype to the community?''		''How would you enter the process? Which prototype could activate it? How would you introduce the prototype to the community?''
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	To initiate our vision, we designed Baithak Chowk — a semi-circular public seating space aimed at activating dialogue, participation, and shared experience in the heart of Sanjauli’s local market area.		To initiate our vision, we designed Baithak Chowk — a semi-circular public seating space aimed at activating dialogue, participation, and shared experience in the heart of Sanjauli’s local market area.

	This prototype was developed to test how public space can promote rest, encounters, social exchange, and belonging, while respecting the physical, social, symbolic, and temporal context of the community.[[File:Prototype - Image 1.png\|thumb\|~~250x250px~~\|''Baithak Chowk''[[File:Prototype Sketch 2.png\|thumb\|244x244px\|''Prototype Sketch'']][[File:Prototype - Image 5.png\|thumb\|244x244px\|''Prototype Rendering 1'']][[File:Prototype - Image 4.png\|thumb\|243x243px\|''Prototype Rendering 3'']]]]		This prototype was developed to test how public space can promote rest, encounters, social exchange, and belonging, while respecting the physical, social, symbolic, and temporal context of the community.[[File:Prototype - Image 1.png\|thumb\|251x251px\|''Baithak Chowk''[[File:Prototype Sketch 2.png\|thumb\|244x244px\|''Prototype Sketch'']][[File:Prototype - Image 5.png\|thumb\|244x244px\|''Prototype Rendering 1'']][[File:Prototype - Image 4.png\|thumb\|243x243px\|''Prototype Rendering 3'']]]]
	==== Testing Questions ====		==== Testing Questions ====
	We explored multiple dimensions:		We explored multiple dimensions: