# Creativity-Stimulating Communities Artscape Formulates a Community to Make Space for Creativity By Amy Duong | Published 2018-05-02 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artscape References: [artscape](https://www.artscape.ca) Artscape has been around for over 30 years and was born from merely a Toronto-based [artist studio provider](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alan-prekop-studio). Today, Artscape earned the reputation of being a global leader in [creative placemaking](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/community-platforms). This allows for there to be a practice and exploration that balances [arts and culture as a catalyst](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hopkins-center-for-the-arts) for progressive community and urban development. Artscape is comprised of a unique blend of not-for-profit organizations that have the mission to create a place that encourages creativity and pushes transformation forward. To put this mission in action, there is the engagement of organizations of a variety of fields including property management, real estate development, artistic programs, community animation, creative entrepreneurship development, consulting and knowledge exchange, and performance and event services. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Creativity-stimulating Communities:** Artscape and similar organizations are creating communities that foster creativity and encourage transformation. - **Creative Placemaking:** The concept of creative placemaking is gaining traction in urban development and offers opportunities for disruptive innovation. - **Socially Engaged Art:** More artists and organizations are exploring the intersection of art and community engagement, which presents opportunities for transformative experiences. ### Where This Applies - **Real Estate Development:** Real estate developers can align with creative placemaking initiatives to build unique and engaging communities that showcase local artists. - **Arts and Culture:** Nonprofits focused on creative arts and culture can create collaborative partnerships to bring transformative experiences to their communities. - **Community Development:** Community development organizations can leverage creative placemaking initiatives to enhance urban spaces and bring in new talent and opportunities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Adaptive Community Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spaced-agency.md) - [Creative Pop-Up Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creative-popup-hub.md) - [Connective Remote Working Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creare.md) - [Reimagined Hybrid Workspace Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mason-studio-2.md) - [Multifaceted Cultural Destinations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hale-muskoka.md) - [Creativity-Centered Workshops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gap-workshop.md) - [Creative Studio Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creative-studio1.md) - [Earthy Community Arts Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/32-east-arts-centre.md) - [Creativity Time Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/campaign-for-creativity.md)