A study on collaboration strategies of public space group in walkable city

Targeting the Otogawa Riverfront District

Abstract

In recent years, the redevelopment and utilization of parks and roads have been actively promoted. Beyond individual projects, it is essential to view the city as a whole and integrate multiple public spaces. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to clarify methods and strategies for planning and implementing interconnected public spaces within a specific area, drawing insights from an advanced case study, QURUWA strategy from Okazaki City.As a result, the mayor, intermediary support organizations, experts, and citizens each fulfilled their roles at appropriate times, introducing fresh ideas into urban development, establishing a clear and understandable vision, and implementing public investments that served as a catalyst for private-sector projects. The utilization of suitable mechanisms and the establishment of effective systems to realize these ideas enabled the integration of the area's public spaces through both hard (infrastructure) and soft (management and utilization) measures, fostering a sense of collaboration among stakeholders. These elements proved to be key in the strategy for linking the public spaces in this region.