Introducing PlaceShaping: KOR’s new digital tool that brings engagement to people
As people spend increasingly more time online, the ways in which we engage communities must evolve too. Recognising this shift, and building on two decades of KOR's experience, we are pleased to present our purpose-built digital engagement tool, PlaceShaping.
Designed to complement traditional consultation, PlaceShaping helps projects connect with more people, capture a broader range of perspectives and make it easy for communities to share feedback with decision makers online.
With support tailored to each scheme, the service brings engagement directly to local communities, meeting people where they already are rather than waiting for them to actively seek out consultation opportunities. From pre-application consultation and Statements of Community Involvement right through to planning decisions, PlaceShaping offers support at every stage to help find and mobilise supporters in your community. This could include:
Targeted digital campaigns:
Social media channels can enhance traditional consultation by reaching a wider range of people, perspectives and backgrounds alongside traditional consultation activity.
Consultation websites:
Dedicated PlaceShaping landing pages or complete project websites provide a central hub for plans, updates and consultation materials.
Bespoke email responses:
A dedicated inbox means any questions can be answered personally and promptly by a member of the KOR team on behalf of the project team.
Custom feedback forms:
Tailored to each scheme, custom interactive feedback forms make it quick and easy for local people to share their views directly with the project team.
Support when it counts:
Once an application is submitted, bespoke interactive engagement tools help the community to share their views directly with the Planning Authority.
To find out more about PlaceShaping and how it can support your next project, visit the website or get in touch with the KOR team. You can also follow PlaceShaping on Instagram and Facebook, and if there's a consultation taking place in your area, you may even spot the PlaceShaping name appearing in your social media feed.
