| Abstract [eng] |
According to Luo et al. (2009), collective intelligence is a “neuronal network,” analogous to the human brain, which is a network of biological neurons. Collective intelligence is widely used in various fields for solving various types of issues and making decisions to solve important problems. Assemblies of communities, groups, corporate employees, even law-making institutions use collective intelligence to make decisions. The master's final thesis analyzes the possibilities, methods and tools of implementing collective intelligence in another sphere - in the design of public spaces in cities. Based on the results of the analysis of literary sources and secondary sources - analogs, a hypothetical model of the procedure was created, which reflects the principles of the participatory design method. During the empirical research, four working hypotheses were formulated, for which the selected methods were tested: analysis of secondary sources; collecting the opinions of interested parties through surveys in order to find out their attitude and understanding; applied to design research. After the research, the data collected was analyzed and a conceptual model was formulated, in which ways the public should be involved in the design stages of the public space. It has been proven that the involvement of the public at the stage of public space design leads to the creation of high-quality and socially viable urban public spaces. During the investigation, it was confirmed by all parties interested in the project that the success of the project is determined by the maximum involvement of the public, and if they participated more actively, the projects would seem more transparent to them, and trust in self-government institutions would increase. Thus, the collective intelligence - interested parties: the public, the designer, representatives of local government - in close cooperation through properly selected methods, finds a solution that creates a space that satisfies everyone's needs and vision. During the empirical research, the expectations identified by the interested parties have already become clear - the public space is adapted to teenagers, who are in short supply in the city. Therefore, for the experimental project, it was decided to focus on the target group - teenagers. In order to find out their needs, the creative workshop method was chosen, during which the information obtained was analyzed and according to which the vision of the arrangement was formulated. The purpose of this work is to verify the model of community involvement during the experimental project of public space arrangement in Kretinga, based on the conceptual model formulated at the stage of empirical research. Provide insights to help develop opportunities for further projects. |
