Changing public space

Contents
Figures 9
Tables 11
Voorwoord 13
1 Changing role of public space in a changing society 15
1.1 Introduction 15
1.2 Definitions of public space 16
1.3 Frame of reference 20
1.4 Research objective and research questions 21
1.5 Research approach and methodology 24
1.6 Academic and social relevance 25
1.7 Outline of the thesis 27
2 Development and typology of Dutch city squares 29
2.1 Introduction 29
2.2 Classic squares 31
2.3 Medieval squares 32
2.4 Squares from the Renaissance, Baroque, and Neoclassic period 34
2.5 Industrial and post-industrial squares 35
2.6 Typologies of city squares 40
2.7 Conclusions 44
3 Current trends in the design and management of public space 47
3.1 Introduction 47
3.2 Secured public space 48
3.3 Themed public space 52
3.4 Social dynamics and spatial change in public space 56
3.4.1 Socio-cultural dynamics 57
3.4.2 Economic dynamics 60
3.4.3 Political dynamics 61
3.5 Conclusions 62
4 Private-sector involvement in the redevelopment of public space 63
4.1 Introduction 63
4.2 Dynamics of public- and private-sector initiatives 64
4.2.1 Waves of private-sector involvement in urban development 64
4.2.2 Urban entrepreneurialism 66
4.3 Roles and objectives of public and private actors 71
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