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Author(s): Dorothee Brantz (editor); Sasha Disko (editor); Georg Wagner-Kyora (editor)
ISBN(s): 9783839420430, 3839420431
Edition: 1. Aufl.
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Year: 2014
Language: english
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ISBN 10: 3839420431 
ISBN 13: 9783839420430
Author: Dorothee Brantz, Sasha Disko, Georg Wagner Kyora

Could the concepts of »metropolitanism« and »thick space« aid our understanding of historical and contemporary urban change? Essays by scholars from both sides of the Atlantic provide interdisciplinary approaches to the complex dynamics of large-scale urbanization. The book opens with conceptual questions regarding the development of metropoles and metropolitan studies. The following sections provide analyses of the social, environmental, and cultural dimensions of metropolitan spaces from both a theoretical and an empirical perspective, such as the role of planning and urban parks, the impact of ethnic diversity and segregation, the place of cinematic visions or the centrality of infrastructures and architecture.

Thick Space Approaches to Metropolitanism 1st Table of contents:

1 Introduction to Thick Space and Metropolitanism
1.1 Conceptual Framework

  • Definition of “Thick Space” as an analytical approach to cities

  • Relationship to metropolitanism and urban studies

  • Importance of considering multiple dimensions: social, cultural, and spatial

1.2 Research Objectives

  • Understanding the complexity of urban life

  • Connecting historical, material, and cultural perspectives

  • Bridging theoretical and practical urban studies

2 Historical Approaches to Metropolitanism
2.1 Development of Metropolitan Studies

  • Early theories of urbanization and city growth

  • Historical shifts from industrial to post-industrial cities

2.2 Urban Sociology and Political Economy

  • Role of governance, economy, and social structures in shaping metropolitan space

  • Interaction of migration, class, and demographic changes

2.3 Case Studies in History

  • Examples from major European cities

  • Analysis of infrastructure and social spaces

3 Material and Spatial Dimensions of Thick Space
3.1 Urban Landscapes

  • Parks, public squares, and green areas

  • The significance of landscape architecture in city identity

3.2 Infrastructure and Mobility

  • Transport systems, streets, and urban circulation

  • Relationship between connectivity and social interaction

3.3 Urban Planning and Architecture

  • Modernist versus postmodernist approaches

  • Impact of building typology and land use on metropolitan life

3.4 Public and Private Spaces

  • Differentiation between public accessibility and private ownership

  • Use of urban space for social, commercial, and cultural functions

4 Cultural Processes in Metropolitan Spaces
4.1 Diversity and Social Interaction

  • Role of multiculturalism and migration

  • Formation of social networks and communities

4.2 Symbolism and Urban Identity

  • Landmarks as cultural signifiers (e.g., Siegessäule in Berlin)

  • Memory, history, and urban narratives

4.3 Everyday Life and Practices

  • Cultural habits, leisure activities, and consumption patterns

  • Examples: cinema, cafés, and social spaces like shisha bars

4.4 Media and Representation

  • Influence of media on perception of metropolitan life

  • Urban imagery and its impact on social identity

5 Methodological Approaches
5.1 Interdisciplinary Perspective

  • Combining sociology, geography, architecture, and history

  • Use of qualitative and quantitative research

5.2 Field Studies and Empirical Research

  • Observation, mapping, and interviews in metropolitan areas

  • Case-based approach to understanding urban complexity

6 Conclusion and Outlook

  • Emphasizing the value of “thick” approaches to understanding cities

  • Importance of integrating history, materiality, and culture

  • Future directions for metropolitan research and urban policy

7 References

  • Compilation of academic references used throughout the book

  • Key sources in urban studies, sociology, geography, and architecture

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