Contrei live

In 2018, Leiedal launched Contrei, a spatial vision for the region addressing water systems, groundwater levels, climate, energy, heritage, and open spaces. These kind of documents are often abstract and difficult for people to understand, but public comprehension & dialogue are crucial for engagement.

To make this vision accessible, Leiedal developed an arts trail across 13 towns, involving 16 (inter)national artists. The art route translated the spatial vision into engaging artistic expressions, highlighting water as a precious resource and underscoring climate change challenges and sustainable water management. The route encouraged residents and visitors to discuss these themes through land art, landscape architecture, sound art, and kinetic installations.

The project originated from an open call in February 2019, selecting 16 interventions. The artworks, supported by three cycling loops, boosted cycling tourism. Additionally, 120 shared bikes were distributed to promote sustainable mobility.
Educational packages for schools and a game created by Howest Digital Arts & Entertainment students further engaged the community.
Beneficiaries are the artists, designers, regional inhabitants who gained awareness of spatial challenges, public authorities involved in spatial planning, and providers of shared mobility and tourism activities.