The Power of Temporary Use
ed. and concept by Philipp Oswalt, Klaus Over meyer, Philipp Misselwitz ; foreword by Kees Christiaanse ; contributors Azra Aksamija, Margaret Crawford, Arnold Reijndorp ...[et al.]
- Author(s)
- Azra Aksamija, Margaret Crawford, Arnold Reijndorp, ...[et al.]
- Editor(s)
- Philipp Oswalt, Klaus Over meyer, Philipp Misselwit
- Publication, year
- Berlin : DOM Publishers, 2013
- Scope
- 384 Pages, illustrated, 24 cm.
- ISBN
- 9783869222615
In many cities, urban wastelands and vacant structures suddenly metamorphose in exuberant places. After city planners and the real estate market have failed in their initial attempts to develop them, these sites become the setting for clubs and bars, start-up firms and art galleries, migrant economies and informal markets, recreational activities and nightlife. Indeed, it is often precisely here that innovative cultural production and a vibrant public sphere are to be found. The Urban Catalyst research team explored these unplanned temporary uses in five European countries over the course of several years. They examined various ways in which city planning can incorporate informal processes and describes important lessons architects and city planners can learn from temporary users.
- Location
- Cabinet 32 - 5: Informeel gebruik van de stad
