NEB ambition

The ultimate ambition of the New European Bauhaus is to achieve transformation. To do this, the NEB Compass has identified specific levels of ambition that outline the desired outcomes for each of the NEB values.

Action areas

These areas refer to the five key domains of intervention that CrAFt's New European Bauhaus Impact Model considers essential for guiding and evaluating complex urban initiatives.

Participation level

The participation level refers to the degree or extent to which individuals or groups are actively involved or engaged in a particular activity, project, or process. It assesses the depth of their involvement, contributions, and commitment, ranging from minimal or passive participation to active and dedicated participation.

NEB values

The New European Bauhaus (NEB) aims to promote the values of sustainability, aesthetics, and inclusion in the design and transformation of urban spaces. It emphasises the integration of environmental, social, and economic considerations to create harmonious and innovative living environments.

Implementation Stage

According to the Smart City Guidance Package, there are seven stages to plan and implement smart city projects. These stages propose a logical and coherent roadmap for city initiatives involving many stakeholders.

Stories

CrAFt Sandbox City series: Prague

In this CrAFt video episode, we head to Prague—a city known for its stunning historic character—to discover how innovation, creativity and collaboration are shaping its path toward a climate-neutral future.

As one of three CrAFt Sandbox Cities, Prague is exploring new ways to balance preservation with progress. Through dedicated innovation teams, experimental spaces, and data-driven storytelling, the city is pioneering a forward-looking, inclusive approach to urban change.

The film introduces the Urban Pixels exhibitio, an immersive installation that transforms city data into light, sound, and interactive experiences. It also highlights the creation of a physical innovation space, designed as a hub for learning, experimentation, and co-creation — where citizens, researchers, and policymakers come together to imagine sustainable futures.

From building trust among stakeholders to using creative technology for public engagement, Prague’s CrAFt journey is an inspiring example of how cities can innovate with purpose—and with people at the centre.

Watch the video