City Open Workshop is a collaborative group in Chicago focused on open design for civic change.

City Open Workshop is a collaborative group united in the belief that design should be open for all as a platform for change and participation in the civic realm. CITY OPEN aims to build meaningful collaborations between community partners, engaged scholars, policymakers, and the urban planning and design community to foster civic discourse about Chicago's built environment. The group seeks to spark curiosity and investment in Chicago's communities through shared efforts. As part of the broader civic tech ecosystem in Chicago, City Open Workshop operates alongside other initiatives such as Chi Hack Night, various data user groups, and local meetups like South Side Code & Coffee and Open Uptown. While the group does not specify exact meeting times or membership numbers, it emphasizes the importance of bringing together diverse stakeholders to address urban planning issues and drive innovation within the city. For those interested in joining the conversation or contributing to projects related to the built environment, the group serves as a hub for engagement among scholars, policymakers, and design professionals committed to open civic design.