A FORM ANALYSIS OF JAPANESE PEDESTRIAN DECKS AND EUROPEAN PLAZAS

Authors

  • Naomi Ando Hosei University

Keywords:

Pedestrian Space, Public Space, Plaza, Pedestrian Deck, Schematic Analysis

Abstract

This study compares Japanese pedestrian decks and European plazas as public pedestrian spaces. The characteristics of both types of spaces will be clarified through a schematic analysis. The connections of these spaces with their surroundings will also be analyzed. Further, the spatial image of these spaces are discussed. Pedestrian spaces in Romania will be discussed as well.

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Published

2015-06-01

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Industrial Design and Graphic Design