People involved
Matej Nikšič
Architect and urban designer, he leads and takes part in UIRS's research and applicable projects related to open urban public spaces, urban regeneration, place identity by design, cyclable and walkable communities and other aspects of rising the quality of urban life. He is an active member of AESOP’s thematic group Public Spaces and Urban Cultures which bridges the academic and practical approaches to contemporary public space. He teaches urban design at the Faculty of Architecture of the University of Ljubljana. Matej used to be an urban activist too as an initiator of V troje initiative.
Nina Goršič
She is an architect and participates in UIRS’s multidisciplinary applied research and projects mainly in the field of urban renewal, cultural heritage and accessibility for disabled. Lately she is focused on dissemination of know-how and rising the Slovenian standards in designing public spaces and public buildings for all. She has substantial working experiences in the fields of communication strategies, events and exhibitions organisation. She enjoys in co-creation with young people to make them better prepared for the challenges that the future brings.