How community-led design is shaping fairer cities
At ASF-UK, we believe that architecture and urban planning are powerful tools for achieving social and spatial justice—especially when driven by the communities most affected.
Our Stories of Change series brings this belief to life. Each story showcases a project or partnership where collective action, participatory design, and knowledge-sharing have fostered positive transformations in the built environment.
These narratives embody the principles central to our Theory of Change, which guides our work. The case studies illustrate how sustained collaborations—rooted in trust, co-creation, and solidarity—can confront inequality and help communities reclaim their agency in shaping urban spaces.
Explore the entries below to discover the transformative potential of community-led design and planning in action.
