The Production of Space

The Production of Space

2019 | SIMÓN FIQUE MORALES
This chapter of the book "The Production of Space: An Urban Study of the Centrums of Rinkeby, Tensta and Husby" by Simón Fique explores the social and spatial dynamics of three stigmatized neighborhoods in Stockholm: Rinkeby, Tensta, and Husby. These neighborhoods, predominantly inhabited by immigrants, are central to understanding urban inclusion and social sustainability. The study combines a historical analysis of the neighborhoods' development with a contemporary examination of public life within these spaces. It emphasizes the role of human experience and behavior in shaping public spaces, drawing from theories such as Setha Low's concept of the social production and construction of space. The research uses a multi-method approach, including physical analysis, behavioral observation, and subjective experiences, to understand how these spaces are used and perceived by their inhabitants. The chapter also critiques existing public life study tools for their lack of attention to diverse demographic contexts. The physical analysis of each neighborhood's centrums reveals distinct spatial configurations and commercial activities, while the behavioral and subjective analyses highlight the complex interplay between space, identity, and social dynamics. The study concludes by reflecting on the theoretical framework and the significance of these spaces in fostering community life and social inclusion.This chapter of the book "The Production of Space: An Urban Study of the Centrums of Rinkeby, Tensta and Husby" by Simón Fique explores the social and spatial dynamics of three stigmatized neighborhoods in Stockholm: Rinkeby, Tensta, and Husby. These neighborhoods, predominantly inhabited by immigrants, are central to understanding urban inclusion and social sustainability. The study combines a historical analysis of the neighborhoods' development with a contemporary examination of public life within these spaces. It emphasizes the role of human experience and behavior in shaping public spaces, drawing from theories such as Setha Low's concept of the social production and construction of space. The research uses a multi-method approach, including physical analysis, behavioral observation, and subjective experiences, to understand how these spaces are used and perceived by their inhabitants. The chapter also critiques existing public life study tools for their lack of attention to diverse demographic contexts. The physical analysis of each neighborhood's centrums reveals distinct spatial configurations and commercial activities, while the behavioral and subjective analyses highlight the complex interplay between space, identity, and social dynamics. The study concludes by reflecting on the theoretical framework and the significance of these spaces in fostering community life and social inclusion.
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