The industrial and modernist City of Velenje (36 000 inhabitants) is the sixth largest city in Slovenia. It is located in the pre-alpine region of Slovenia in the eastern part of Šaleška valley at an altitude of 396 meters. Velenje is focusing on green transformations.

As a market it was first mentioned in the 13th century and become a city in the 1950´s. At the end of 19th century, the coal mine was established and after World War II the city began its rapid development due to the increasing demand for coal. From the spatial planning development point of view, the formation of Velenje is as a city in the park. 
Today Velenje is a city municipality and the sixth biggest town in Slovenia, and an important economic, educational, cultural, and administrative centre. 

The city’s ”Office for Economic Development and Transition” has successfully implemented more than 40 EU co-financed projects. Most recent Interreg Central Europe Programme projects: as a LP in project HICAPS – Historical Castle Parks, as a project partner in projects RUINS – sustainable re-use, preservation and modern management of historical ruins in Central Europe – elaboration of integrated model and guidelines based on synthesis of the best European experiences, ECRR – European Cultural Route of Reformation. Within other programmes Velenje worked in Agrigo4Cities project (Interreg Danube Program) which goal was promoting urban and suburban agriculture to increase public institutional capacity and the inclusion of marginalised groups.

Tyresö is a fast-growing municipality close to Sweden’s capital Stockholm but despite this Tyresö has a strong green and blue character, including both an archipelago coastline and part of Tyresta National Park, Europe’s most central national park.

These major natural resources contain many recreational and ecological values of both national and regional importance. However, there is a lack of local parks, playgrounds and other meeting places close to residential areas. This needs to be developed to meet the needs of the growing population in a denser urban area. The Tyresö Comprehensive Plan states that the municipality should develop in a sustainable way in terms of environmental, social and financial aspects.

Tyresö MULL
The Tyresö team has chosen Källan, an assisted residence for individuals struggling with addiction problems as their MULL. Källan is operated by Tyresö municipality, with the mission to ensure freedom from addiction and offer the residents support in their everyday life. Many of the residents are in 12-step programs and relapse prevention.
 
Källan is situated in the northern part of Tyresö, just next to neighboring Nacka municipality and a large nature area. East of Källan is a golf course and the largest road in Tyresö, Tyresövägen, passes south of the property.
 
Källans outdoor area is of nature character with several large and full grown trees, deciduous and coniferous. There is no space designed or arranged for recreational reasons, except for a few seatings in sunny locations.

Early vision
”The place has potential to be evolved into a beautiful and enjoyable outdoor area to complement the housing, by using nature based solutions. We hope this could bring the residents to spend more time outside and thereby be exposed to a green and restorative environment and want to take benefit from nature’s inherent ability to enable activity as well as rest. There is a possibility to work with nature and outdoor environment as a tool for health and rehabilitation, where the residents are involved in maintenance.”
 
Team from Tyresö
The group involved in this project includes a strategic landscapearchitect, a landscapearchitect focused on maintanance and head of the park- and nature maintenance unit. All three from different sections in the department of urban planning. The head of Källan is participating from the department of labour and social administration. A pedagogue with a special focus on inclusive meeting places is participating from the department of eldercare and welfare.

's-Hertogenbosch is a rapidly growing city in the south of the Netherlands, with a population of 157,000. Situated where the rivers Aa and Dommel meet, the city is surrounded by dynamic river landscapes and nature reserves. Founded in 1185, 's-Hertogenbosch has evolved in harmony with its wetland ecosystems, shaping its growth and identity.

In recent years, the city has focused on strengthening its green infrastructure through the "Green Delta" initiative, linking nature reserves around the city to enhance sustainability and biodiversity. This initiative fosters a deeper connection between urban and rural spaces.

To address climate change challenges, 's-Hertogenbosch adopted the Green and Climate-proof plan in 2021, outlining strategies for managing heat stress, heavy rainfall, and biodiversity loss. The plan promotes green building practices and local green initiatives, including urban agriculture, neighborhood gardens and tiny forests, with strong community involvement.

In parallel, the Lokale Inclusie Agenda, also introduced in 2021, serves as a strategic policy document that outlines the municipality's plans to ensure equal opportunities for residents with disabilities, reinforcing the city’s commitment to inclusivity and accessibility.

's-Hertogenbosch MULL: inclusive playground initiative
The 's-Hertogenbosch MULL centers on a citizens' initiative to create an inclusive playground put forward by Stichting 1184, a community-driven organization dedicated to the well-being of 's-Hertogenbosch and its residents. In celebration of their 10-year anniversary, the organization raised 35,000 euros through community events such as auctions, charity dinners, and sports tournaments, with the specific goal of realizing the inclusive playground. Designed to be accessible to children of all abilities, the playground is seen as a vital addition to the city's public spaces. As one participant shared during a workshop, "It’s about being a carefree family—an inclusive playground unites."

‍With the inaugural day set for Ascension Day (May 29, 2025), the inclusive playground is planned to be temporarily located at the Market Square, with plans to eventually relocate the equipment to a more permanent, green site within 's-Hertogenbosch. The permanent location for the playground is still under discussion, with options including spreading the equipment across various city center playgrounds or creating a new playground in Zuiderpark, the most well-known park in the city.  

Team from 's-Hertogenbosch
The team behind this MULL project is a collaborative effort involving a range of stakeholders. Key contributors within the municipality include a landscape architect specializing in public space design and the municipal coordinator of play, movement, and sport. The municipality works closely with Stichting 1184, who drives the initiative, and Vriendd, a company that specializes in inclusive playground equipment. As the playground’s temporary location will be the Market Square, a city center manager from Den Bosch Partners—an organization responsible for city marketing, city branding, and city making—plays a key role in liaising with local entrepreneurs and cultural organizations to ensure the project aligns with the interests of local businesses, visitors, and the broader community.