Cities are amazing places – as are villages and towns.  Cities call us to be creative, and, the greater the population the more likely this is.

Often, we mishear or misunderstand the invitation these grand artefacts make to us: come and play.  More than buildings and spaces, cities are people – some have even said they are the ultimate Human creation.   I can’t argue with that.

Maybe it’s a hope and maybe it a truth, but I suggest we’re all city-shapers.

We have the opportunity to create spaces in which everyone can thrive.  We can’t make people thrive, but we can craft the spaces for this to happen.

I don’t create people’s dreams, but I can offer a space in which they can dream.

And whatever that thing you do, it somehow makes space for people to thrive in.

‘Figure out what you are meant to contribute to the world
and make sure you contribute it.’ (Quiet, by Susan Cain)