COLLABORATIVE DESIGN AS A FACTOR IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF URBAN SPACE

Abstract

The article presents the theoretical aspects of collaborative design and the practice of its application in Russian cities. The purpose of the article is a theoretical analysis of the methodology of collaborative design, assessment of the experience of its practical application, identification of advantages and limitations. The empirical study was carried out using the case study methodology: the cases of the cities of Tyumen, Buinsk, Tchaikovsky, where the technology of collaborative design was used, are presented. On the example of the case of G. The stages and procedures of co-designing in Orenburg are considered, including a survey of residents and experts in the field of museum business to assess the prospects for the development of the cultural space of the city. Potential stakeholders of participation (local residents, entrepreneurs and the business community, the expert community, environmentalists/environmental organizations, government authorities, budget organizations, cultural institutions), their objectives, and motivation for participation are highlighted. It is shown that the collaborative design of the face-to-face format is losing relevance: a hybrid format of interaction is required to attract and retain different groups of stakeholders. Collaborative design is considered as a methodology, a social process, and a practical activity. Based on the results of the study, the key requests of the interested groups, the advantages and limitations of the practical application of the methodology are shown. The authors noted the potential of collaborative design as a method and social technology for discussing territorial development programs, improving the effectiveness of design solutions, and constructing public relations.