Abstract

Historic villages hold significant value and play a vital role in urban development and regeneration. However, their preservation often requires adherence to specific criteria established by governmental or community stakeholders, making the preservation process particularly challenging. In this context, artist-led urban regeneration emerges as a promising approach to safeguarding these valuable sites by integrating artistic activities within the historical framework. This methodology has been acknowledged as an effective means of reconciling economic, cultural, and historical values. The cases of three artist villages in three different countries, namely Project Row Houses (PRH) in Texas, USA; The Jeongseon Ararichon Folk Village (AFV), South Korea; and Bat Trang Pottery Village (BTPV) in Hanoi, Vietnam, will be reviewed. Despite the potential benefits, challenges persist in the implementation of urban regeneration projects, particularly regarding the integration of operational management with local development policies. To enhance the value of art-led regeneration initiatives, it is essential to incorporate new elements such as “Cultural exchange activities,” the establishment of “Entrepreneurial incubators for artists,” and the promotion of “economic sustainable development.” This study seeks to offer insights into future projects, with a particular emphasis on the sustainable development of the Art Village model. Besides, it will highlight challenges and offer recommendations for improving future artist-led regeneration projects.