Inspire Conference Europe, Prague November 12-13, 2025

Padzzle Placemaking with Purpose at Inspire Conference, humanization is the new personalization.

How can we humanize and make profit through Placemaking?

We had the opportunity to be part of a talented panel moderated by Sonia Santana.

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Placemaking with Purpose: How PADZZLE Transforms Spaces into Destination

For PADZZLE, placemaking isn’t just a buzzword — it’s our mission. We were honored to be the very first guest on Coffee Convos with Kelsi Cory , where our founder, Anna Domingo , shared how we approach real estate with a unique blend of purpose, people, and profit. “Placemaking, in our case, we do placemaking with purpose. This is pretty much our trademark,” Anna explained. “Our mantra is to provide purpose, profit, people-centered.” Interview link here: https://youtu.be/yVD_KeA5Qds?t=104 Whether we’re breathing new life into an existing building through adaptive reuse or conceptualizing a brand-new mixed-use development from scratch, our goal is always the same: to create spaces that foster connection, belonging, and joy. PADZZLE collaborates with developers, architects, and communities to transform spaces into places people truly love. From vibrant public plazas to reimagined commercial corridors, our projects are rooted in both local identity and global insight. Wit...

Virtual vs Real #Placemaking: Finding the Balance Between Immersion and Authenticity

Creating spaces that bring people together, whether through art, architecture, or community development, is at the heart of placemaking. But as technology evolves, the way we experience these spaces is also changing. Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), and the metaverse promise to transform the experience, offering accessibility and unique perspectives. However, can these digital tools truly replace the depth and authenticity of real-world experiences? Drawing on my reflections and past work, this blog explores the debate between virtual and real placemaking—when does technology enhance, and when does it fall short? Revisiting Placemaking at Its Best When I think of extraordinary placemaking, my mind always returns to The Gates by Christo and Jeanne-Claude in Central Park, 2005. Standing amidst 7,503 flowing saffron panels, it was impossible not to feel inspired, engaged, and deeply present. This unique installation wasn’t just art—it was an experience, drawing mill...

My latest article on the power of placemaking has landed a spot in this month's edition of Retail & Leisure International . 📖 In today's landscape, creating meaningful spaces isn't just about aesthetics; it's about striking a harmonious balance between ROI and nurturing community engagement. I've dived into how businesses and developers can achieve this blend and why it's a crucial consideration for sustainable growth and enriched collective experiences. Join the conversation: What's your experience integrating placemaking into your business strategy? Have you witnessed the transformation it brings? I’d love to hear your insights.

PADZZLE by Anna Domingo

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