Choose to be Curious Episode #33: Curiosity & Placemaking with Graham Coreil-Allen
Jul 26, 2017
Graham Coreil-Allen, a Baltimore-based social practice artist and radical pedestrianist, explores the intersection of curiosity and urban placemaking. He delves into the concept of 'desire lines,' revealing how our natural paths shape communities. The conversation highlights the transformative power of public art and community engagement, offering insights on enhancing overlooked spaces into vibrant cultural hubs. Listeners are encouraged to embrace curiosity and actively connect with their environments through civic initiatives and engaging walks.
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Explore by Walking and Listening
- Start exploring places by walking slowly, observing, listening, and talking.
- Follow your curiosity first, then research to uncover the deeper stories of a place.
The Derive: Playful City Exploration
- The Derive is a playful, structure-free way of exploring and understanding public spaces.
- It helps reveal unconscious emotional reactions, encouraging deep sensory engagement with the city.
Art Enhances Pedestrian Experience
- Public art can transform ordinary spaces to improve pedestrian safety and joy.
- Embedding play in urban design encourages people to interact and enjoy their environment.