Year: 2008
Type: article
Abstract: The main characteristics of public space are accessibility and usability for all citizens.However, current developments, primarily observed in cities, suggest the loss of a clear distinction between public and private space.Instead, urban spaces of hybrid character are emerging.Spaces with public functions, like train stations, parks or pedestrian areas, are changing in character, and semi-private spaces, like malls or plazas, are spreading.In order to get a realistic view of developments this article offers a critical appraisal of recent privatisation trends followed by a brief summary.After discussing feasible reasons for the loss of private space the article considers potential implications for the future of citizenship.
Source: Czech Sociological Review
Author: Sylke Nissen
Institution: Leipzig University
Language: English
Subfield: Urban Studies
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W1556692853