Louise Westwood is Senior Associate - Place and Engagement at Hatch. Louise is a passionate Human Geographer who’s helping reshape the way we connect with the spaces we live, work, and gather in. Louise specialises in re-imagining everyday public places, making them more inclusive, engaging, and meaningful so that communities can thrive alongside industry growth.

With a strong background in stakeholder engagement and facilitation, Louise brings a unique perspective to the table, combining placemaking with human-centred development strategies. From international place-based projects to local co-design workshops, her work spans everything from resilience planning to economic development strategies, all with the goal of creating stronger, more connected communities.