Concepts - Identity and Common Space

Definitions

Common Space

• Physical or virtual space where everyone, no matter race, religion, social background, can interact, feel accepted 
• Mutual respect
• INCLUSIVE

Identity
as a normative concept

• Many types - cultural, national and URBAN, which will be focused on.

•  URBAN IDENTITY, both a physical and mental element, can be judged by the following indicators:
• Difference and similarity (uniqueness) 
• Evolution (what has changed)
• Unity and diversity (relation between components - people, activities, architecture)
• Essential for sustainability 
• Constitutes: Architecture, culture of people, interactions between physical state and intangible societal aspects [mental, emotional] and people