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    This document discusses creating and sustaining convivial public spaces. It begins by defining convivial spaces as those that are inclusive, accessible, and encourage positive social interaction between diverse groups of people. Chapter 2 examines why public spaces are important and who they are for, discussing the need for inclusive spaces for people of all ages. Chapter 3 explores what makes a space convivial, covering principles of public space design, aesthetics, and factors influencing how spaces are used. Chapter 4 provides guidance on designing and maintaining successful public spaces over time, using case studies from cities like Barcelona, Berlin, Bristol, Padua and York to illustrate best practices.

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    This document discusses creating and sustaining convivial public spaces. It begins by defining convivial spaces as those that are inclusive, accessible, and encourage positive social interaction between diverse groups of people. Chapter 2 examines why public spaces are important and who they are for, discussing the need for inclusive spaces for people of all ages. Chapter 3 explores what makes a space convivial, covering principles of public space design, aesthetics, and factors influencing how spaces are used. Chapter 4 provides guidance on designing and maintaining successful public spaces over time, using case studies from cities like Barcelona, Berlin, Bristol, Padua and York to illustrate best practices.

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    This document discusses creating and sustaining convivial public spaces. It begins by defining convivial spaces as those that are inclusive, accessible, and encourage positive social interaction between diverse groups of people. Chapter 2 examines why public spaces are important and who they are for, discussing the need for inclusive spaces for people of all ages. Chapter 3 explores what makes a space convivial, covering principles of public space design, aesthetics, and factors influencing how spaces are used. Chapter 4 provides guidance on designing and maintaining successful public spaces over time, using case studies from cities like Barcelona, Berlin, Bristol, Padua and York to illustrate best practices.

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    3287 Earthscan Convivial (2col)

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    Contents
    1

    Introduction .......................................................................................................1
    Overview.................................................................................................................................................................1
    Discussion................................................................................................................................................................4
    Defining Convivial Spaces ..............................................................................................................................6

    Public Spaces Why Have Them and Who Are They For? .........................11
    Why Have Public Space and Who Is It For?....................................................................................11
    Securing an Inclusive or Exclusive Urban Realm ...........................................................................16
    Children and Public Space ..........................................................................................................................33
    Addressing the Use of Public Space by Young People...............................................................39

    What Makes a Space Convivial? ....................................................................47


    Principles and Underpinnings....................................................................................................................47
    The Psychology of Public Space..............................................................................................................51
    Aesthetics Sensing the Character of an Area.............................................................................56
    Important Influences on the Use of Public Space........................................................................64
    Size, Shapes and Types of Public Space...............................................................................................73

    How Can One Create and Sustain Successful Public Spaces? ...................81
    Designed or Evolved? ....................................................................................................................................81
    Case Study: Ciutat Vella, Barcelona ............................................................................................................88
    Comfort.................................................................................................................................................................92
    Case Study: Berlin............................................................................................................................................107
    Joy...........................................................................................................................................................................111
    Case Study: Bristol...........................................................................................................................................122
    Managing and Maintaining Public Spaces.........................................................................................125
    Case Study: Padua...........................................................................................................................................130
    Case Study:York................................................................................................................................................134
    Conclusion:The Constituents of Conviviality.............................................139
    References and Bibliography ........................................................................145
    Index ...............................................................................................................151

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