Phenomena — 1.3.2022

The Spaces In-Between

Text Elka Lupunen

The Herttoniemi small-scale industrial area entails several interstitial spaces that are idle for the time-being, most of which are waiting to be developed. The photograph depicts a vacant plot that is currently a popular hang-out spot. The flora is also free to take over more space. Photo: Elka Lupunen

Diverse and flexible cities not only require clearly defined and designed places, but also undefined, so-called-interstitial spaces in-between to help them in, for example, adjusting to changes.

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Published in 3 – 2022 - Nature

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