There is an opportunity to add value to community engagement by provoking the interaction between urban dwellers, physical urban space and virtual experiences. This research project focuses on identifying the experiential and participatory tools embedded in temporary and architectural elements, interactive technological platforms and urban supports in order to build a link between virtual and physical realms. A variety of research methods, analysis, visual tools and foresight exploration techniques serve for the creation of design principles that become the foundation of the conceptual framework of civic portals that enhance individual and collective appreciation of physical space.