The neglect of public spaces in cities around the world have led to serious Consequences for city dweller's quality of life. Research shows That disused and dysfunctional public places leads to higher crime Typically rates (especially in disadvantaged Neighbourhoods), fewer social interactions Among different public segments, and lower physical activity overall. Unfortunately, the smart cities approach to date has focused more on Improving Generally levels of efficiency, control, and monitoring rather than on other aspects of liveability Improving. THEREFORE, Playful Design for Smart Cities seeks to bring this issue to the public's attention in an effort to Overcome These hurdles.

The one-day workshop will focus on design, regulatory, and social impact issues surrounding urban play. The Objectives of esta workshop will be to map out the Implications of the playful design approach, to foster a collaborative network of Researchers, practitioners, and other stakeholders, and to spin off concrete projects collaboration.

Guest Participants on the day will include distinguished stakeholders Such Municipal as regulators, smart cities Participants from the industry, urban designers, interaction designers, and non-governmental Organisations Within the commons movement.