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These two sites represent typical Nordic urban structures within the built environment. Hence, they can show how applicable our design guideline will be for Nordic cities. Specifically we chose these two sites for their high traffic and usage, as well as distance from larger water bodies / parks which would significantly reduce heat stress potential and decrease the relevance of our analysis.

Based on microclimate simulations and design research we will develop a design guideline for temporary public space interventions in Nordic countries. The final outcome will be to apply that guideline and to propose suggestions for public space interventions with cooling effects on the example of these two squares in Malmö. It is important to note the limitations of our investigation, and that we do not mean to produce reliable solutions but rather an amalgamation of ideas and inspirations related to the Nordic temperate microclimate. It is not within our scope to fully investigate the need/implications of each suggested intervention beyond that of microclimates.