Public spaces

Autor: admin June - 29 - 2009

Public space, by definition, should be accessible to everyone. It allows for various groups or individual activities, but does not necessarily force one to interact with others. Cities are often perceived as “good” or “attractive” based on the quality of their public spaces. That in turn can translate to bigger investments in those areas. Cities often need to face this challenge, by planning and designing public spaces that are highly valued by both residents and tourists. Such public spaces accommodate people’s needs, affording for various activities and interactions. Good public spaces allow individuals to actively participate in city life and communities and society to exist according to its norms and social practices. Public spaces should also allow for and dynamically respond to users’ needs and activities changing over time. This can be achieved and supported by an analysis of a public space’s quality and a thorough description of it.