Screenshot of HERIcraft virtual space representing the building
Tool

DesignYourHeritage

The DesignYourHeritage videogame (available for Android operating system) aims at empowering citizens of all ages to engage in the design and reactivation of heritage spaces. It educates the users about the principles of the New European Bauhaus in an engaging and playful way.

Target

DesignYourHeritage is a tool designed for public entities, urban planners and architects to involve citizens of all ages in the co-design of heritage spaces, allowing them to express their opinions, desires, and proposals. The tool facilitates the collection of this valuable data and also serves to educate users on the principles of the New European Bauhaus initiative.

Resources needed

Tablets or smartphones equipped with the Android operating system are required, along with an internet connection, to download the video game. The download is available free of charge.

Time needed

max 30 mins

People needed

The video game can be used independently, yet, co-design workshops will be organized to enhance the tool’s potential. Local stakeholders with all ages and backgrounds are welcome to use the tool. Users should have a basic understanding of the pilot sites and local needs in order to engage in the co-design process effectively.

Skills needed

Users need basic computer skills and knowledge of the pilot site(s) to use the tool effectively

Impact

The expected impact includes fostering local pride, encouraging active community participation,  providing valuable data for a community-centric heritage reactivation and contributing to increased awareness of European initiatives (New European Bauhaus, European Green Deal, Nature-based Solutions)
How it works

Steps to utlize the tool

Step 1

Download the game from the Google Play Store

Step 2

Sign in by fill in the questionnaire

Step 3

Goal of the game is to get a highest balanced impact score. Counters start at 0 and changes according to the chosen design solutions

Step 4

Browse the catalogue of solutions and read descriptions

Step 5

Zoom in the intervention area and chose which solution fits there the best

Step 6

Drag and drop solutions into the chosen area. By clicking on a solution an information module pops up. You can rotate or remove the chosen solutions.

Step 7

Evaluate your decision by studying the impact scores

Step 8

Review the game
Latest updates

Outcomes

Currently, the released tools are being used in pilot cities to foster participatory processes in Ireland, Italy and Greece. Find out more by following the news via the project's official channels.