Imagine the Park, Kalamata

As part of Kalamata city’s ‚Imagine the Park‘ initiative for the participatory regeneration of the Railway Park, City Layers is adapted and used as a diagnostic tool to map citizens‘ experiences on the park. The localised City Layers platform enables residents to give feedback on key ‚layers‘ such as accessibility, safety, environment, recreational opportunities, and gathering spots. In this way, the tool facilitates the collection of detailed, site-specific data directly from residents, supporting the diagnosis with invaluable insights on the lived experiences of those who use the park most. Notably, this collaboration marks the first partnership between City Layers and a municipality, introducing a practical application of transforming localized input into actionable planning insights. Launched on-site during the initiative’s kick-off weekend on October 19-20, 2024, City Layers was integrated into guided mapping walks and open participatory sessions, sparking hands-on dialogue between residents and experts.