Enhancing Public Familiarity in Semi-Public Spaces through Creative and Digital Placemaking: a Scoping Review of the Literature

EasyChair Preprint no. 13001

Abstract

This scoping review examines the ways in which creative and digital placemaking can enhance public familiarity in semi-public spaces. Through a systematic analysis of 36 papers published between 2003 and 2023 from various databases, this review identifies key themes and concepts related to placemaking, public familiarity, and semi-public spaces. The analysis highlights the effectiveness of nine placemaking strategies and five smart technology-based solutions for improving public familiarity in semi-public spaces. Additionally, the paper identifies gaps in the current literature, emphasising the need for further research on the long-term impact of placemaking interventions and ethical considerations. This study has important implications for practitioners, policymakers, and researchers interested in enhancing public familiarity and social cohesion in urban semi-public environments through digital technologies. The paper concludes with recommendations for future research and practice, emphasising the significance of thorough evaluation and ethical considerations. In summary, this review provides valuable insights into the potential of creative and digital interventions to improve public familiarity in semi-public spaces.

Keyphrases: Creative Placemaking, digital placemaking, literature review, Public familiarity, Semi-public space, smart technologies

@Booklet{EasyChair:13001,
  author = {Peyman Najafi and Masi Mohammadi},
  title = {Enhancing Public Familiarity in Semi-Public Spaces through Creative and Digital Placemaking: a Scoping Review of the Literature},
  howpublished = {EasyChair Preprint no. 13001},

  year = {EasyChair, 2024}}