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http://dx.doi.org/10.9715/KILA.2011.39.4.049

A Study on Hybrid Characteristics of Public Space in Contemporary Cities Reinterpreted by the Idea of Liminal Space  

Zoh, Kyung-Jin (Dept. of Landscape Architecture, Graduate School of Environment Studies, Seoul National University)
Han, So-Young (Environmental Planning Institute, Seoul National University)
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Journal of the Korean Institute of Landscape Architecture / v.39, no.4, 2011 , pp. 49-59 More about this Journal
Abstract
This study is a reinterpretation of characteristics of public space in contemporary cities with a view to liminal space. The conditions of pubic space now cannot be captured through the existing discourses of publicness, and public space. The basic premise of the study is that the idea of liminal space or liminality is useful to grasp the fluid and hybrid attribute of public space in contemporary cities. Liminal space, originally from anthropological studies, is the intermingled stage between two realms and the sustained period of the ritual. The idea has been widely used for various cultural phenomenon and spatial experiences. A literature review on public space and liminal space was carried out. Cases pertaining to public space with a view to liminal space were examined and discussed in detail. Through the careful reading of several public spaces with an angle toward liminal space, the new perspective toward public space will be drawn out. First, we need to emphasize the fluid spectrum of public space rather than the serial stage such as the public, the semi-public, the semi-private, and the private. Second, the idea will contribute to understanding the flexible state depending upon time. What we can learn from case studies is the volatile characteristics in public space as a common phenomenon support its vitality. This interpretation will contribute to the perception of a new horizon of public space. The nature of public space is unpredictable and free. In reality, the spectrum of public space will expand and fluctuate. Ironically, public space can be vitalized through enhancing and activating the private space. The intimate and complicated interface between the two realms is a key issue. The boundary of public space might be redefined to embrace the flexible the fragile nature of changing public space. These research implications will guide the thoughtful design and management of pubic space.
Keywords
Public Realm; Publicity; liminality;
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