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The Role of Public Space in Building the Resilience of Cities: Analysis of Representative Projects from IFLA Europe Exhibitions

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  • Urszula Forczek-Brataniec

    (Faculty of Architecture, Cracow University of Technology (CUT), Warszawska 24, 31-155 Kraków, Poland)

  • Katarzyna Jamioł

    (Faculty of Architecture, Cracow University of Technology (CUT), Warszawska 24, 31-155 Kraków, Poland)

Abstract

Climate change exerts a notable influence on the formation of public spaces, necessitating design solutions that address not only aesthetic and functional aspects but also adaptability to local environmental challenges. Public spaces in the form of streets, squares and parks constitute significant parts of cities, creating an opportunity to adapt to climate change through the proper use of ecosystem services. Through the examination of 114 projects from 29 countries showcased in two IFLA Europe exhibitions, this study assesses the extent to which contemporary public spaces integrate responses to prevailing environmental issues and locally contribute to climate change mitigation efforts. The results reveal a discernible rise in the incorporation of environmentally sustainable strategies within projects, particularly those focused on mitigation, protection, reuse, recovery, and education. Additionally, the identification of projects demonstrating the spectrum of responses to local threats is outlined. This research underscores the pivotal role of public spaces in ameliorating the local impacts of climate change within urban environments, emphasizing the increasing prevalence of such solutions in recent years and advocating for their formal recognition in contemporary principles guiding public space design.

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  • Urszula Forczek-Brataniec & Katarzyna Jamioł, 2024. "The Role of Public Space in Building the Resilience of Cities: Analysis of Representative Projects from IFLA Europe Exhibitions," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 16(12), pages 1-26, June.
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