How decisions are made — who takes part, whose experience is acknowledged, and how open the process is — directly shapes the spaces we create. When communities have real influence over change, the environment becomes more comfortable, clear, and responsive to people’s needs. For this to work, transparent rules, mutual trust, and collaboration between residents, professionals, and authorities are essential.

At the core of recovery lies not only the physical structure of a city, but also the life that unfolds within it. People, their stories, and meaningful places — all of these contribute to a sense of home. When we acknowledge local meanings, listen to communities, and create spaces that are welcoming to diverse groups, the city comes back to life not only physically, but emotionally as well.