We creatively engage people
in exploring identity and memory in place
We listen.
We reflect.
We encourage.
quarto is a publishing term meaning one page folded into four. We like the idea that any one thing is made up of many parts, which can shift and combine in different ways according to circumstances.
We are committed to engaging with Northern Ireland in all its (often troubled) complexity. We are curious about the untold stories and quiet work for change going on in every community.
We listen. We reflect. We encourage.
Our creativity, strong facilitation skills, deep thinking and years of practice help people to see themselves, each other and their places in ways that value the past, understand the present, and anticipate the future with hope and confidence.
We make space for people to find their own solutions. We know we have cracked it when we aren’t needed anymore.
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extraORDINARYwomen
Linenhall Library
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Exploring Community Connect with Heritage
Lough Neagh Landscape Partnership
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On the Up? North-of-Ireland Uplands in Times of Change
NI Screen
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Talk of the Town
Positive Carrickfergus
what people
are saying
‘Working with quarto was a joy. They added creativity, expertise and insight and, crucially, helped us create a space to reflect on our learning. It was a truly enriching experience for everyone involved and I look forward to continuing to develop our relationship.’
— Positive Carrickfergus
‘The quarto team are reliable, committed, enthusiastic, creative and engaging. They have a wealth of experience in working alongside communities and public bodies and draw on a range of creative and innovative methods to provoke and encourage reflection and dialogue. They played a key role in helping us achieve our objectives and were instrumental in encouraging us to think creatively about public engagement..’
— Ulster University
‘quarto have successfully developed, delivered and evaluated a wide range of community engagement projects with us dealing with contentious and sensitive histories. They ensured participants were motivated and challenged as well as supported in cross community participation. Their knowledge and empathy with the complex history of Northern Ireland communities underpins all their work.’
— Causeway Museum Service
Our Clients
