Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

charrette

noun

/ʃəˈrɛt/

Definition

A charrette is a collaborative session in which a group of stakeholders or participants come together to discuss and develop proposals or solutions for a specific project or issue.

Examples

During the charrette, community members contributed their ideas for the urban redevelopment project.
The team hosted a charrette to ensure that everyone’s voice was heard in the design of the new park.

Meaning

The term charrette often refers to a design or planning process that encourages participation from all involved parties, aiming to gather varied inputs that contribute to the final outcome.