Public Design Through the Lens of Tactical Urbanism

This study analyzes public design based on Tactical Urbanism in South Korea and the United States through a bottom-up approach. Local communities identify and address various neighborhood issues, aiming to explore the city's long-term growth potential through small-scale projects. In the United States, the focus is on converting underutilized spaces into pedestrian-friendly areas, exemplifying how transforming an underused road into a pedestrian zone can create a comfortable and safe urban environment. This approach offers multiple possibilities to enhance pedestrian convenience and safety. In contrast, the Korean case emphasizes addressing problems and raising awareness through small campaigns within legal constraints. This method focuses on uncovering solutions by increasing awareness of urban issues and encouraging resident participation while adhering to existing laws. The essence of Tactical Urbanism lies in a thorough understanding, flexibly responding to, and adapting to the target site. Accurately identifying site-specific issues and developing appropriate strategies is crucial. Thus, this paper emphasizes that raising awareness of urban issues and creating lasting change through short-term, flexible and adaptable experimental methods is essential.