How community-led design is shaping just cities
At ASF-UK, we believe that architecture and urban planning can be tools for social and spatial justice—when they are led by the communities most affected.
Our Stories of Change series brings this belief to life. Each story highlights a project or partnership where collective action, participatory design, and knowledge-sharing helped drive positive change in the built environment.
These stories reflect the principles at the heart of our Theory of Change, which guides our work. These case studies demonstrate how sustained collaborations—grounded in trust, co-creation, and solidarity—can challenge inequality and help communities reclaim agency in shaping their cities.
Explore the entries below and discover the transformative potential of community-led design in action.
