New European Bauhaus Prizes 2023

Initiative category

Identify the award category for which this initiative is being submitted
Reconnecting with nature

Email user
joannapetroni@gmail.com

Basic information
Initiative title
Listen to Your Land

Full initiative Title
A guide for local government regenerative projects

Please provide a short, catchy description of your initiative to be used in communication towards the public.
Design with Nature, for Life.
The Listen to Your Land approach is an initiative that aim to brings a deeper understanding of the land as a first step in sustainable and regenerative project development. It is a guide for local governments as a first step in designing better spaces.
By combining permaculture philosophy, bioclimatism and regenerative design, Listen to Your Land helps unlock land's potential for thriving.

What was the geographical scope of your intiative?
Cross-border/international

Where was your intiative implemented?
Location 1
France

Location 2
Romania

Member State(s), Western Balkans and other countries
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If relevant, insert names of region(s)/municipality(ies) involved
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Does your initiative address mainly urban or rural issues?
Mainly rural

Does your initiative refer to a physical transformation of the built environment or other types of transformations (hard or soft investments)?
It refers to other types of transformations (soft investment)

Has your initiative benefited from EU programmes and/or funds?
No

Has your initiative won an EU prize with a monetary value awarded?
No

Does your initiative has a minimum level of maturity? The minimum level of maturity is exemplified by stakeholder/ initiative promoter commitment to implement the initiative in practice and a clear methodology /approach.
Yes

On whose behalf are you submitting the application?
As an individual
Please provide the contact details for the intiative promoter (the individual or representative of the organisation authorised to represent the intiative).
- First name: Joana
  Last name: Pupazan
  Gender: Female
  Nationality: France
  Address (country of permanent residence for individuals or address of the organisation)<br/>Street and number: Lieu-dit Les Seilhols
  Town: Premian
  Postal code: 34390
  Country: France
  Direct Tel: +33 7 67 00 88 78
  E-mail: joannapetroni@gmail.com
  Website: http://permarchitecture.net
Social Media accounts (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.)
- URL: http://jopetroni.substack.com
  Social media handle and associated hashtag(s): https://www.linkedin.com/in/jo-petroni-%F0%9F%8C%94-b6596a211/
In case my initiative is selected as a finalist of the NEB Prizes 2023, I agree to share the name (individual and/or organisation’s), email address, website and social media accounts indicated above with other NEB Prizes finalists. I also agree to publish the name (individual and/or organisation’s), website and social media accounts indicated above next to the public description of my initiative in the channels of the European Commission.
Yes

How did you hear about the New European Bauhaus Prizes?
Social Media

Description of the initiative
Please provide a summary of your initiative
The Listen to Your Land initiative is an innovative program designed to provide local governments a comprehensive guide to creating sustainable projects for their communities. The guide combines permaculture philosophy, bioclimatism and regenerative design to help unlock the potential of land and create regenerative, biophilic projects that are tailored to their surroundings.

Additionally, the guide includes bioclimatic land analysis and the Permarchitecture approach to provide the best possible outcomes for each unique location. Through the Listen to Your Land initiative, local governments can design inclusive projects that are sustainable, regenerative, and tailored to their environment.

The initiative's focus on reconnecting with nature and unlocking the full potential of the land aligns with the theme of "Reconnecting with nature" in the New European Bauhaus competition, Strand C: “New European Bauhaus Education Champions” .

Please indicate the main themes of your initiative with 5 key words.
sustainability

Please indicate the main themes of your initiative with key words
bioclimatism

Please indicate the main themes of your initiative with key words
regenerative design

Please indicate the main themes of your initiative with key words
permaculture

Please indicate the main themes of your initiative with key words
human-centered design

Please give information about the key objectives of your initiative in terms of sustainability and how these have been/will be met. Please highlight how the initiative can be exemplary in this context.
The key objectives of the Listen to Your Land initiative are to create sustainable, regenerative, and biophilic projects that are tailored to their environment. This initiative is highly effective in unlocking the potential of the land for sustainability, community and prosperity through the use of permaculture philosophy, bioclimatic land analysis, vernacular analysis and regenerative design.

This combination of approaches helps to ensure that the projects created are both aesthetically pleasing and energy-efficient, with the potential to reduce their environmental impact.

Furthermore, this initiative is also highly successful in engaging the local community in the development of the projects, by introducing the permaculture philosophy of People Care, Earth Care and Fair Share, and allowing them to have a say in the design of the project. This involvement is crucial to ensure that the projects are a success and are accepted by the local community.

Please give information about the key objectives of your initiative in terms of aesthetics and quality of experience for people (through design, positive emotions and cultural benefits) and how these have been met. Please highlight how the initiative can be exemplary in this context.
The Listen to Your Land initiative has placed a strong emphasis on creating aesthetically pleasing projects that provide a positive experience for people. This has been achieved by incorporating a range of design techniques and strategies, such as bioclimatic land analysis, regenerative design, and human-centered design, which are tailored to the local environment and culture within which the project is created. This ensures that the projects bring both aesthetic and cultural benefits to the local community, through positive emotions and experiences.

The initiative has also placed an emphasis on creating projects that are of a high quality, with attention to detail and craftsmanship, and that are built to last. This means that the projects can be enjoyed for years to come and can be a source of pride and joy for the local community. Overall, the Listen to Your Land initiative is exemplary in creating aesthetic and quality projects that are tailored to their environment and the needs of the local community.

Please give information about the key objectives of your initiative in terms of inclusion (ranging from accessibility and affordability for all to inclusive governing systems, design for all principles or new societal models) and how these have been met. Please highlight how the initiative can be exemplary in this context.
In terms of inclusion, the initiative aims to promote accessibility and affordability for all by helping to unlock the full potential of the land and create regenerative, biophilic projects that are tailored to their surroundings. The Permarchitecture approach used in the initiative encourages design for all principles, taking into account the needs of all members of the community, including those with disabilities.

The initiative can be exemplary in this context by serving as a guide for local governments and communities to design better spaces that are inclusive, sustainable, and regenerative. By combining permaculture philosophy, bioclimatism, and regenerative design, the initiative promotes a holistic approach to land use and development that prioritizes the well-being of both the land and the community.

Please explain the way citizens benefiting from or affected by the initiative and civil society have been/will be involved in the initiative and what has been/will be the impact of this involvement on the initiative
The Listen to Your Land initiative has taken a proactive approach to involving citizens who are affected by or benefit from the initiative. The initiative seeks to engage with both citizens and civil society groups in order to ensure that the initiative is tailored to the local environment and culture. This is being achieved through the use of a range of strategies, including public consultation, surveys, focus groups, and open guided forums.

This involvement helps to ensure that the initiatives are inclusive, accessible, and affordable for all members of the local community, while also creating a sense of ownership and shared responsibility between the citizens, citizens groups, and the local government. This engagement also has a positive impact on the success of the initiative, as the citizens of the local community have been able to provide valuable insight into the project which has helped to make it more successful.

Please explain how different stakeholders at various levels (local, regional, national, European) were engaged in the design and implementation of the initiative.
At the local level, community members can be engaged through public meetings, focus groups, and workshops. These can be used to gather input and feedback on the initiative, as well as to educate the community about the approach and its benefits. Local government officials and staff can also be engaged by providing them with information and training on the initiative, and by working with them to integrate the approach into existing land use and development policies.

At the regional level, stakeholders can be engaged through regional meetings and workshops. These can be used to share information about the initiative with a wider audience, and to gather input and feedback from stakeholders in surrounding communities. Regional government officials and staff can also be engaged by working with them to integrate the approach into existing land use and development policies.

At the national level, stakeholders can be engaged through national meetings and workshops. Officials and staff can also be engaged by providing them with information and training on the initiative.

At the European level, stakeholders can be engaged through European meetings and workshops, sharing information about the initiative with a wider audience, and to gather input and feedback from stakeholders from across Europe.

Overall, the initiative can be implemented by working closely with stakeholders at all levels to gather input, provide education and training, and integrate the approach into existing policies and practices.

Please explain which disciplines and/ or knowledge fields were reflected in the design and implementation of your initiative. Please explain how representatives of these different fields interacted with each other, and what the added value of this process was
The Listen to Your Land initiative draws on a range of disciplines and knowledge fields, including architecture, climatology, social science, public health and environmental science. Representatives of these different fields interact with each other to ensure that the initiative is designed and implemented in a way that maximizes its benefit to the local community.

Representatives of the architecture field work with representatives of the other fields to identify potential design features that will reduce the impact of the local environment on the initiative. Climatologists provide insights into the local weather patterns and how they might influence the implementation of the initiative. Social scientists provide insights into the impact that the initiative might have on community dynamics, while public health experts and environmental scientists provide advice on the public health and environmental implications of the initiative.

This process of multidisciplinary collaboration provides the added value of ensuring that the initiative is based on sound research and evidence, and that it takes into consideration the needs and interests of all stakeholders.

Please highlight the innovative character of the initiative, when compared to mainstream actions in the field of the initiative
The Listen to Your Land initiative stands out from the mainstream when it comes to addressing the environmental challenges faced by local communities. Rather than relying on traditional top-down approaches to environmental protection, the initiative takes a holistic, community-driven approach. This bottom-up approach puts local communities in the driver's seat when it comes to making decisions about their environment, allowing for more tailored and effective outcomes with minimum input.
The initiative also seeks to engage stakeholders from a variety of disciplines, including architecture, climatology, social science, public health, and environmental science, allowing for a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach to environmental protection.

In addition, the initiative incorporates elements of public education, empowering local communities to become active participants in the protection of their environment. The Listen to Your Land initiative is thus innovative in its approach to environmental protection, taking an approach that is tailored to the local context and that engages a wide range of stakeholders.

Please describe which elements of your initiative could be replicated or transferred to other places, groups of beneficiaries and contexts. This may involve, for example, aspects of the methodology, technology, processes, products, learnings, etc.
The Listen to Your Land initiative seeks to address our relationship with nature through our buildings and projects. By empowering local communities to become active participants in the protection of their environment, the initiative provides a guide for deep holistic understanding of the land that is applicable to all levels of design. Furthermore, the initiative encourages stakeholders to think beyond traditional approaches and to engage in meaningful dialogue about the environment and our relationship with nature. Through this dialogue, the initiative seeks to promote a greater understanding of the land, and to inspire innovative solutions for environmental protection.

The bottom-up, community-driven approach of the initiative is a key element that could be easily adapted to different contexts, as it puts local communities in the driver's seat when it comes to environmental protection. This approach also incorporates elements of public education, which can be easily adapted to different contexts, allowing for more tailored and effective outcomes. Additionally, the interdisciplinary nature of the initiative is easily transferred to different places and contexts, as it engages stakeholders from a variety of fields.

All in all, the Listen to Your Land initiative offers a number of elements that could be replicated or transferred to other places, groups of beneficiaries, and contexts.

Please describe the methodology or approach used in your initiative.
The Listen to Your Land initiative is a multidisciplinary and holistic approach to land use and design, which aims to bring a deeper understanding of the land as a first step in sustainable and regenerative project development. The approach combines permaculture philosophy, bioclimatism, and regenerative design to create a guide for local governments and communities to unlock the full potential of their land and create regenerative and biophilic projects that are tailored to their surroundings.

Please explain what kind of global challenges the initiative addresses by providing local solutions
The Listen to Your Land initiative is a paradigm shift in the way we develop land. It encourages us to pause and reflect on the needs and possibilities of the land before moving forward with any kind of development. By engaging local stakeholders in the conversation about place, the initiative seeks to create a more sustainable future. Not only does this approach ensure that the land is being used responsibly and sustainably, it also encourages stakeholders to think beyond traditional approaches and develop solutions that are tailored to their specific needs.

Furthermore, this approach also inspires new ways of thinking about the land, encouraging stakeholders to become active participants in the conversation about the environment and our relationship with nature. By providing local solutions to global environmental challenges, the Listen to Your Land initiative is a paradigm shift in the way we develop land.

Please detail the scope of progress in the implementation of the initiative. This can include already demonstrated results/outputs related to the chosen Prizes category, and the already achieved benefits from the initiative for direct and indirect beneficiaries. This can also include a development plan of the initiative, with a particular attention to the steps envisaged in the year following the application, and including envisaged results and benefits from the initiative
Additionally, the initiative has launched several pilot projects that are currently being implemented in various countries. Through these initiatives, the Listen to Your Land initiative is making progress in its development and is helping to create a more sustainable future.

Please provide documents that demonstrate the maturity level of the initiative and commitment to implement the initiative in practice (e.g.: evaluation report, final or mid-term initiative report, certification, publications, building permit, grant agreement, letter of support, partnership agreement, etc.)
Web link
Web link
If relevant, please describe how your initiative contributes to developing new competences, especially in the context of the European competence framework on sustainability.
The Listen to Your Land initiative contributes to the development of new competences in the context of the European competence framework on sustainability by providing a holistic and multidisciplinary approach to understanding and designing with the land.

The initiative emphasizes the importance of valuing sustainability and promoting nature, which aligns with the first competence group of embodying sustainability values.

Additionally, the initiative encourages systems thinking and problem framing, which aligns with the second competence group of embracing complexity in sustainability. The initiative also promotes political agency, collective action and individual initiative, which aligns with the third competence group of Acting for sustainability.

Finally, the initiative encourages futures literacy, adaptability and exploratory thinking, which aligns with the fourth competence group of Envisioning sustainable futures.

Overall, the Listen to Your Land initiative provides a comprehensive approach to understanding and designing with the land that aligns with the European competence framework on sustainability, which can be beneficial for learners of all ages.
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