Public Space in Transition: Co-production and Co-management of Privately Owned Public Space in Seoul and Berlin

Teheran-ro in Seoul and Mediaspree area in Berlin are examples of public spaces with a history of rapid change in the context of broader political and economic transitions. This study analyzes the planning instruments used for POPS in both cases and offers policy recommendations for cities that encounter similar problems.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 202 pages
Publication date: 15 May 2022
Publisher: Transcript Verlag

Teheran-ro in Seoul and the Mediaspree area in Berlin stand as remarkable examples of public spaces that have undergone rapid transformations in the backdrop of broader political and economic shifts. Dahae Lee's research underscores the limitations of the public sector in effectively providing and managing public spaces during such transitional periods. Consequently, it seeks to involve private sector entities, specifically privately owned public spaces (POPS), in the development and management of these spaces. By examining the planning instruments employed for POPS in both cases, this study uncovers their distinct characteristics, strengths, and weaknesses. Drawing from the findings, this study presents a series of policy recommendations for cities facing similar challenges.

Teheran-ro in Seoul and the Mediaspree area in Berlin serve as prime illustrations of public spaces that have experienced swift and significant transformations within the broader context of political and economic shifts. Dahae Lee's research highlights the inherent limitations of the public sector in effectively providing and managing public spaces during such transitional phases. Consequently, it seeks to engage private sector entities, particularly privately owned public spaces (POPS), in the development and management of these spaces. Through a comprehensive analysis of the planning instruments utilized for POPS in both cases, this study unveils their unique features, strengths, and weaknesses. Drawing from the findings, this study presents a series of policy recommendations for cities encountering similar challenges.

Teheran-ro in Seoul and the Mediaspree area in Berlin exemplify remarkable examples of public spaces that have undergone rapid transformations in the broader context of political and economic shifts. Dahae Lee's research underscores the inherent limitations of the public sector in effectively providing and managing public spaces during such transitional periods. Consequently, it seeks to involve private sector entities, particularly privately owned public spaces (POPS), in the development and management of these spaces. By conducting a thorough examination of the planning instruments employed for POPS in both cases, this study uncovers their distinct characteristics, strengths, and weaknesses. Drawing from the findings, this study presents a series of policy recommendations for cities facing similar challenges.

Weight: 320g
Dimension: 147 x 224 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783837662320