Wishes for Dublin

What is your wish for Dublin?

Design Twentyfirst Century along with a team of enthusiastic Marketing Advisors from the Michael Smurfit School of Business in UCD, spent three weeks collecting wishes from over 1000 citizens – children, teenagers, young adults, mature adults and pensioners. The wishes will help determine the Designing Dublin: Learning to Learn project that we will work on in the autumn.

We invite you to submit your wish or post your comments on the wishes collected!

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"I wish I could cycle around the city safely and easily" Posted by Kevin Cannon... 3 Comment(s)	"I wish that they would remind people that there are as many wonderful places to visit in Dublin as anywhere else – sometimes we forget what it has to... Posted by Babs, 47 and... 2 Comment(s)	"I wish that they could put lights on the trees in the city to create a nicer atmosphere – the way they do in NYC." Posted by Babs, 47 2 Comment(s)
"I wish that Dublin could have a music playing over a PA system in places. " Posted by Danielle, 17... 2 Comment(s)	"Put the random grey utility boxes under ground, consolidate all the unnecessary signposts/lamp poles with easy to understand information. Make things... Posted by Sam, 22 2 Comment(s)	"I wish there were mentors (trusted adults) for young people to let them air their frustrations." Posted by Youth Reach 1 Comment(s)
"I wish there could be a virtual connecting office that would act as a knowledge broker between the different state-run centres for citizens. For exam... Posted by Youthreach 1 Comment(s)	"I wish that there were more positive constructive recreational activities from adolescents. " Posted by The Crisis... 1 Comment(s)	"I wish that there could be gardening courses to show people how to grow their own food." Posted by Anna, 23 1 Comment(s)
"I wish that they would raise awareness among citizens about important issues – by talking to people on the ground in Dublin." Posted by Rammond 1 Comment(s)	"Lots of trams & trains please!" Posted by Rich, 36 1 Comment(s)	"I wish that Dublin had more places to relax in the City Centre where you don’t have to pay. " Posted by Matthew Tuohy,... 1 Comment(s)
"I wish that they would put all the people in the flats into proper houses – the government can afford it. " Posted by Claire Glynn,... 1 Comment(s)	"I wish that I knew my neighbours better and people shared and looked after each other like they used to." Posted by Peggy, 78 1 Comment(s)	"I wish that they would put all the space in the Phoenix Park to better use, e.g. all year round ice rink – it seems such a waste." Posted by Margaret, 53... 1 Comment(s)
"I wish the junkies and winos that plague the boardwalk, the parks and the squares and every other public space in the city, and prevent ordinary peop... Posted by John T, 33 1 Comment(s)	"I wish the streets were cleaner, and that the cleaning machines actually worked!" Posted by Sarah, 28 1 Comment(s)	"I wish that Dublin could have brighter houses. " Posted by Rebecca, 16... 1 Comment(s)
"I wish people would clean up after themselves and would not litter our city! " Posted by Anja 1 Comment(s)	"I wish there was a metro or luas that looped around the city, connecting places like Ranelagh, Rathmines, Kilmainham, Phibsborough and Dromcondra" Posted by Kevin Cannon,... 1 Comment(s)	"I wish that every Dubliner got their mortgage paid off instead of giving it to the banks. Then we would have money to spend and the economy would get... Posted by Joanna Brennan... 1 Comment(s)
"i wish that cafes had alcohol liscenses so as to allow people have a bevy in a more contemporary environment, theres only so much coffee a man can dr... Posted by cormac 23 1 Comment(s)	"I wish there were more cheap second hand shops, markets & car boot sales! 'Vintage' shouldn't mean a hefty price tag - it should m... Posted by Fiona, 26 1 Comment(s)	"I wish we had an adequate system of cycle lanes across the city and connecting the suburbs. I'd also like if we had more Culture Night events -... Posted by Ruth, 26 1 Comment(s)
"I wish there were less signposts, with more relevant information - making less redundant visual clutter on the streets. There are still heritage sign... Posted by Conor O'... 1 Comment(s)	"I wish there would be community gardens which could connect people and build a visual picture in the city. This would feed into people becoming inter... Posted by The Irish... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that the citizens would take control and become part of their community/city." Posted by Tepui 0 Comment(s)
"I wish that there will be better living." Posted by Booterstown N.S... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish there will be no racism." Posted by Booterstown N.S... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that the city would generate a visual culture. For example that the man on the street would understand the importance of the statue around the... Posted by The Irish... 0 Comment(s)
"I wish we could create inviting spaces for young people (reverse the “out sight out of mind” mentality)." Posted by Youthreach 0 Comment(s)	"I wish there could be more facilities and resources for children in their areas." Posted by Barnardos 0 Comment(s)	"I wish there were more playgrounds and access to services for children in housing estates." Posted by Barnardos 0 Comment(s)
"I wish all public transport was in an integrated system. For example, one ticket for all transport systems." Posted by Anonymous 0 Comment(s)	"I wish the standard of the medical system was improved." Posted by Anonymous 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that Dublin would be designed with a family-friendly focus, for outings, treks, and transport – family passes, or cycling to work and school o... Posted by The Crisis... 0 Comment(s)
"I wish that there was a greater awareness about the relevance of using local/seasonal food." Posted by Slow Food... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that there was more recognition of Ireland as a food Island; that Bord Bia would promote the organic pork farmer, and not just ‘Irish Pork’." Posted by Slow Food... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that we could extend the length of time that we offer services to sick children, and that we could extend support to their siblings and famili... Posted by Barretstown... 0 Comment(s)
"I wish that there could be a way of measuring community spirit in the city centre versus other, more established parts of Dublin; look geographically... Posted by Barretstown... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that there was more skate parks." Posted by Booterstown N.S... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish we could clean Sandymount Beach." Posted by Booterstown N.S... 0 Comment(s)
"I wish that Dublin had a better social structure – especially in the health care sector." Posted by Suleiman 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that they would plan ahead when innovating – not just for the next few years but for the next few generations." Posted by Suleiman 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that they would educate and involve everyone in the future development of Dublin." Posted by Suleiman 0 Comment(s)
"I wish that Dublin had a better transport system – there is no need to travel through the city to get from Dundrum to Tallaght." Posted by Edwin 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that there was more bright lights on the darker streets of Dublin." Posted by Edwin 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that people integrated more and were less ignorant to each other – we are all here together after all." Posted by Edwin 0 Comment(s)
"I wish that they would make entrances to the city centre more pleasant – this would encourage people to walk more." Posted by Edwin 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that they would make certain areas of the city centre ‘no-drive’ zones." Posted by Edwin 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that they would inform people of what is going on in their city and country as a whole." Posted by Vedette 0 Comment(s)
"I wish that they would encourage people to use their vote – especially the young." Posted by Vedette 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that the people of Dublin were more confident – especially among the youth." Posted by Rammond 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that more people in Dublin would get out and enjoy the fresh air." Posted by Bashir 0 Comment(s)
"I wish that people in Dublin took more ownership and responsibility for their city and neighbourhoods." Posted by Visitor 0 Comment(s)	"I wish there was more puclic space in the city where people can meet and relax and socialise for free" Posted by Lucy Jackson... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that the graffiti would be cleaned up." Posted by Theresa Keane,... 0 Comment(s)
"I wish that there were more sign posts." Posted by Clare Ryan, 15... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that Dublin could be made just a little cheaper." Posted by Brian McDonagh... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that Dublin could have a state of the art embroidery shop." Posted by Margaret... 0 Comment(s)
"I wish that you didn’t have to pay for the use of Public Toilets. " Posted by Jerry Smith, 27... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that Dublin could have more buses. " Posted by Sarah Harding,... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that there would be less traffic. " Posted by Mary Cronin, 61... 0 Comment(s)
"I wish that there was better, cleaner transportation. " Posted by Tom McKorra, 34... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that there was more police ‘on the beat’ – not in their cars. " Posted by Kevin Hearney,... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that Dublin could have a better nightlife, with more variety of venues. " Posted by Tara Mulvihill... 0 Comment(s)
"I wish that Dublin had more jobs. " Posted by Tommy, 36 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that Dublin had more museums and tourist attractions for visitors. " Posted by Linda Scanlon,... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that Dublin had connected Luas lines. " Posted by Michael Garrick... 0 Comment(s)
"I wish that there was less construction – leave what is left of Dublin alone and stop making it a concrete jungle." Posted by Chris Coyle, 47... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that Dublin was a safe place like it used to be – that parents could let their kids go to the shops and not worry about them." Posted by Peggy, 78 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that people in Dublin weren’t so self-important and they had more time for each other." Posted by Peggy, 78 0 Comment(s)
"I wish that there was more social ‘hang-outs’ for teenagers in the areas where they live – like cafes and clubs that don’t require membership." Posted by Babs, 47 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that there were more pedestrian streets and more cycle paths." Posted by Henry and Noel... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that people would acknowledge one another with a smile!" Posted by Ava 53 0 Comment(s)
"I wish everyone would contribute to society and not be a drain on society" Posted by Charlie 30 0 Comment(s)	"I wish there was more free fun in the city centre." Posted by Paul 0 Comment(s)	"I wish Dublin is cleaner." Posted by Alma 0 Comment(s)
"I wish there was higher amplitude of open events and quality, street performances. To inspire minds, bring people together and share the breeze of th... Posted by Eduardas... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that there was a home for everyone on the streets of Dublin, and a sense that our Capital city had room for everyone and cherised all it'... Posted by Mary Coll 0 Comment(s)	"I wish we had Open, Evolving, Transparent, Vibrant, Colourful, Creatively Abundant Societies Internationally that Embraced & Encouraged & Sup... Posted by Niamh Beirne,... 0 Comment(s)
"I wish that there was greater use made of the River Liffey for passenger ferries from the city centre up to Heuston station. The river should be dred... Posted by Paul 0 Comment(s)	"I wish there was a weir on the Liffey (just below Butt Bridge, I think) so that there can be a succesul water taxi service." Posted by David O'... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that Dublin was cleaner - that empty buildings were cleaned up and graffiti removed. " Posted by jk 29 0 Comment(s)
"I wish Dublin City Council planners would actually plan the city for its people and not just react to developers concerns." Posted by marion cashman... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish we all could just get along" Posted by Dave G 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that we could clean the quay walls by putting a weir out from Brittain Quay to keep the water levels high for both visual and boat transport p... Posted by John Dillon 0 Comment(s)
"I wish some parks, and some areas in all parks, could be designated as being "quiet zones", with no busking, playing etc and lots of flower... Posted by John Dillon 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that shop music was not audible more than 10 meters away from the originating premises and could have a decible limit for shoppers and staff b... Posted by John Dillon 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that we could bring the sea to the city." Posted by Steve Payne 0 Comment(s)
"I wish the harmful school funiture were replaced with chairs and desks that improved posture. " Posted by Richard Brennan... 0 Comment(s)	"Lets have better chairs and desks in our schools!" Posted by mike hartwell... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish for better designed furniture for schools " Posted by martina maloney... 0 Comment(s)
"I wish more buildings were designed to meet the needs of the disabled and that access to buildings was suited to the disabled. I also wish there were... Posted by J. age 48 0 Comment(s)	"I wish for the school furniture in Dublin to be renewed and/or replaced for all the kids of the city.." Posted by Louise Phelan,... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that all the kids could have decent chairs in schools so the way they use themselves when sitting for such long periods would not suffer" Posted by alan capel, 59... 0 Comment(s)
"A City Farm on Cork St, Near Newmarket, on the empty lots belonging to the council. Playground community green space for Dublin 8 Cork st residents M... Posted by Olivia Griffin... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish Dublin was more silent" Posted by Bohoe 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that pedestrians and cyclists could reclaim their city" Posted by Jessica, 29 0 Comment(s)
"I wish Dublin was less driven by consumer imperatives, and more by creativity, culture and community" Posted by Markham Nolan,... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish we could put traffic lights opposite junctions so they can be better seen by cars close to the intersection, particularly at "T" jun... Posted by John Dillon 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that we could reprice the Port Tunnel charges so that taxis and other QBC vehicles go free and motorists are encouraged to get better use from... Posted by John Dillon 0 Comment(s)
"I wish that Dublin could have lots of pink buses. " Posted by John, 18 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that Dublin could have street soccer matches. " Posted by Nathan o... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that Dublin could have a European styles square in the centre maybe at college green. " Posted by Sean Cassidy,... 0 Comment(s)
"I wish that there was a yellow brick road through the city centre. " Posted by Brett Mc Coy,... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that the houses were allowed to be grafittied the way you want them." Posted by John Tracey, 15... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that the TD’s went to Leinster house in fancy dress one day a year and also that there was an open air swimming pool. " Posted by Darren Robinson... 0 Comment(s)
"I wish that there were designated areas for graffiti. " Posted by Cliona Byrne,... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that the lamppost's were all multi-coloured. " Posted by Justine Rodgers... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that the tree’s in the parks had fairy lights for night time, also that there were more civic monuments. " Posted by Andy, 16 0 Comment(s)
"I wish that there were underground trains, and shops were open later. " Posted by Makela Jakeb,... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that there were more places for teenagers to meet and hang out. " Posted by Tobi, 17 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that there were popcorn parties in the park when people get to watch free movies. " Posted by Nikita, 17 0 Comment(s)
"I wish that there were more police patrolling infamous areas. " Posted by Matthew Kearney... 0 Comment(s)	"The future back-pain of our kids can be prevented now! How?... By designing school furniture as per Alexander Technique principles. This is my wish." Posted by Ken Sweeney, 45... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish bicycle lanes had the same right of way as the road along which they run." Posted by Ken Sweeney, 45... 0 Comment(s)
"I wish Dublin's many bars and cafes had terraces like they do in other places. We are an outdoorsy lot, despite the weather - we'll all hud... Posted by Dfly, 31 0 Comment(s)	"I wish it wouldn't take me 1 1/2 hours to get to work from Raheny to the Airport on public transport. I wish the transport system would be bette... Posted by Anja 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that Dublin was a wireless city with a state of the art fibre-optic network which would place in the best position to take advantage of future... Posted by James Doyle... 0 Comment(s)
"I wish there were greener roof spaces, contemporary & innovative architecture, more communal areas and 'posh' city centre toilets at Co... Posted by G. Conroy, 31... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that Dublin will have a Municipal Market open to the public, that could be the one in Little Green Street, which I think it would great for th... Posted by Renata Métene... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that the grand canal was cleaned and the area converted into a proper long park running into the city." Posted by Kevin Cannon,... 0 Comment(s)
"i wish dublin had more football stadiums" Posted by derek 0 Comment(s)	"i wish dublin had more football stadiums" Posted by derek 35 0 Comment(s)	"More green areas around O'Connel Bridge" Posted by Kevin Bradley... 0 Comment(s)
"That the TD's would swap with ordinary people for a year! " Posted by Helen Doyle 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that people could meet and appreciate each others talents and work to make something better." Posted by kate buck 0 Comment(s)	"red poppies - wild flowers, can more of the seeds be scattered? (literally) " Posted by emer 0 Comment(s)
"I wish that the whole city centre was pedestrianised." Posted by Conor, 21 0 Comment(s)	"I wish Dublin had more squares and outdoor meeting spaces" Posted by Paula 37 0 Comment(s)	"I wish Dublin provided spirtual spaces for reflection, guided meditation, soul work, and finding inner piece as a public right" Posted by Bernie 25 0 Comment(s)
"I wish the area between Ringsend and Dún Laoghaire is developed into the biggest sports and play area. We can call it Dublin Central Park." Posted by Jovo Raspotnik... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish the boardwalk was extended on both sides of the Liffey and used as a safe footpath and cycle lane. The existing footpath could then be used fo... Posted by Sean Keogh 0 Comment(s)	"I wish Dublin has one great big ostentatious, risky & bold construction that would define the city like the Eiffel Tower or the Sydney Opera Hous... Posted by Sean Keogh 0 Comment(s)
"I wish the city made it easier for independent shops to succeed before the city turns into a Centra/Spar/Gala strip mall." Posted by Sean Keogh 32... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish the expensive Metro was scrapped in favour of a spur off the northbound DART line. There is greenfield all the way from the airport to the DAR... Posted by Sean Keogh 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that litter louts were made do community work picking up litter. The poster campaigns are good but are they really effective?" Posted by Sean Keogh 32... 0 Comment(s)
"I wish we could build elevated cycle lanes through the more dangerous streets of the city centre. New dual purpose lamp posts could act as the suppor... Posted by Sean Keogh 32... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish there were supermarkets selling local, organic, fairtrade produce and environmentally friendly cleaning and beauty products rather than having... Posted by Caroline, 26... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish we had a proper system of outdoor weekend markets - the north county dublin farmers selling their fresh local produce at affordable prices - i... Posted by Johanna 40 0 Comment(s)
"I wish the art on Stephens green was up all year round" Posted by Dara Lynne, 30... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish there were more cultural things to do at night than 'go down pub'" Posted by Dara Lynne 30... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish for a real intervention into the Heroine problem in Dublin in order to make our streets safer and more pleasing" Posted by Michael 0 Comment(s)
"I wish that college green was turned into one big public plazza; from Trinity college to the Central bank. " Posted by Brian O'... 0 Comment(s)	"Rather than complaining and wishing for change - that we ourselves take action and MAKE it happen" Posted by Steve 31 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that Trinity college to the central bank was pedestrianised creating a public plaza something bizzarely the city lacks!" Posted by Brian O'... 0 Comment(s)
"I wish that Culture Night took place more than once a year and that it was better publicised to schools citywide." Posted by J Parsons, 40... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that there were more night life venues that were not alcohol centred" Posted by John 34 0 Comment(s)	"I wish tmorrow morning people wake up and found the doubel yellow lines disappeared and people can park with no hassel and Dublin loose 100000 traffi... Posted by Ihab 0 Comment(s)
"I wish that Dublin was completely accessible for the disabled, with accessible toilets in all buildings." Posted by Anne Marie 25... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that the ground breaking architecture of the 70's was given its context of the brave new world of an emerging state and laudeed more - an... Posted by Sheila Fogarty... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish more Love, Positivity, Confidence, Empathy, Happiness etc and less of the negativity. How do we do that? Take responsibility away from governm... Posted by Anthony 0 Comment(s)
"I wish there to be more good food available in Dublin" Posted by Nicholas 23 0 Comment(s)	"that it was the government who was interested in asking us what we wished for and not a not for profit organisation." Posted by Vici 0 Comment(s)	"I wish dublin had more color and more seating " Posted by Gillian 0 Comment(s)
"I wish that all of this had happened a little earlier.........(but am glad it's happening now)" Posted by Captain Sparky... 0 Comment(s)	"More colours in the city to brighten and lighten moods and thoughts." Posted by Drew 31 0 Comment(s)	"Lungs for the Liffey, Air for Eire" Posted by Mark Watson 0 Comment(s)
"I wish for the removal of the N4 giving the Lifffey back to the city" Posted by Mark Watson 0 Comment(s)	"I wish Dublin City Council takes time to study best city transport technology for example hybrid bus from Wrightbus instead the new luas line to the... Posted by Jovo Raspotnik... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish that there were more street cleaners with pans and brushes because those machines just don't work!" Posted by Katherine, 30... 0 Comment(s)
"Pedestrianise more of the city centre - dethrone the car" Posted by Mark O'... 0 Comment(s)	"Connector bus for Luas ines, Dart, Busaras & Connolly - why wait for rail?" Posted by Mark O'... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish we had a metro system that looped around the city and across it with trams replacing most of the bus routes" Posted by A K, 30 0 Comment(s)
"I wish that the urban villages could be developed into attractive, creative, unique places for both local people and tourists . " Posted by Annie, 29 0 Comment(s)	"i wish that people would appreciate how amazing dublin city actually is." Posted by Jules McDee, 21... 0 Comment(s)	"I wish we had a more engaged democratic approach to decision making, like this, at both locally and nationally." Posted by Monica, 42 0 Comment(s)

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