Urban transformation through open participation and inclusivity for citizen empowerment
UTOPIZE is an initiative originating from local communities, funded by the European Union, that aims to transform public spaces into vibrant, sustainable, and inclusive places.
By actively collaborating with citizens, UTOPIZE will reimagine and revitalise neighbourhoods and urban spaces, considering the needs and realities of each territory, whether in city centres or rural areas.
Inspired by the New European Bauhaus values of sustainability, inclusion, and beauty, UTOPIZE believes in designing with people, not just for them. Our approach puts communities at the heart of the process, giving them real influence over how public spaces are shaped and managed.
UTOPIZE begins in Portugal, Italy, and Sweden, and will grow to include six more countries through a Twinning Programme that helps adapt and scale successful approaches across Europe.
Project details
8 countries: Portugal, Italy, Sweden, Finland, Denmark, Austria, Belgium, Poland
Reference: New European Bauhaus – HORIZON-MISS-2024-NEB-01
Funding Program: Horizon Europe Programme, call HORIZON-MISS-2024-NEB-01-02
Execution period: 1st May 2025 to 30th April 2028
