Public space
Public Space
Public Space (pronunciation: /ˈpʌblɪk speɪs/) is a term used in urban planning and design to refer to areas that are open and accessible to all members of the public, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, age, or socio-economic level. These spaces can include, but are not limited to, parks, plazas, marketplaces, city squares, sidewalks, and public transport stations.
Etymology
The term "Public Space" is derived from the Latin "publicus", meaning "of the people", and the Old French "espace", meaning "space". It was first used in the context of urban planning in the late 19th century, during the Industrial Revolution, when cities began to grow rapidly and the need for spaces that were open and accessible to all became apparent.
Related Terms
- Urban Planning: The process of designing and managing the physical layout of cities, towns, and other urban areas.
- Public Realm: The physical and social spaces that are publicly accessible, including public spaces, public services, and public facilities.
- Public Good: A good that is both non-excludable and non-rivalrous, meaning that individuals cannot be effectively excluded from its use and use by one individual does not reduce its availability to others.
- Commons: Resources that are collectively owned or shared between or among populations. These resources are said to be "held in common" and can include everything from natural resources and common land to software.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Public space
- Wikipedia's article - Public space
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