Ekim Tan is a visionary architect from Istanbul, now based in Amsterdam, with a deep interest in urban design and interactive city planning. Her international experience spans the United States, Syria, and Egypt. Her innovative City Gaming method, developed during her Ph.D. at TU Delft, uses gaming to foster collaboration in urban development. In 2008, Ekim founded Play the City to enable governments and stakeholders to effectively co-create urban solutions. Her method has since influenced city projects globally, from Amsterdam to Dublin, Shenzhen, and Cape Town.
Dr. Ekim Tan’s talk and workshop, Play the City, will delve into how games can encourage active citizen participation by involving people in decision-making about their surroundings. Through a case study, participants will examine methods for fostering co-creation and horizontal decision-making. The session will also guide attendees in developing game elements for a specific project, t’ Zoet, to enhance collaboration and personal input in urban planning.