CPD Walking Tour | Skate Urbanism by Philip Halton

Skate Urbanism explores skateboarding as a way of reading, using, and designing public space. The talk/tour looks at how skaters interact with the built environment, what this reveals about movement, material, and social life in cities, and how these insights can inform more inclusive, resilient urban design. Drawing on practical examples from skate spots, DIY spaces, and formal projects, the session considers how designing with skaters, rather than around them, can positively shape public space for a much wider range of users and how turning away from defensive architecture can help build communities as well as a sense of ownership and pride in ones city.

Location: Weaver Park, Dublin and the connected area