Review article

Zagreb Squares as Urban Identity Systems

Ivana Podnar

Abstract

The paper gives an analysis of four Zagreb squares by contextualizing the concept of urban icons in three Croatian modernization periods. Emphasising the contrast between two successive political regimes, the author offers an interpretation
of public spaces in the city where architectural elements, public
sculpture and degree of participation point to identity (re)structuring. Creation of urban icons reveals intentional activities of various social groups.

Keywords

identity system; public space; urban icon; Zagreb square

Hrčak ID:

45364

URI

https://hrcak.srce.hr/45364

Publication date:

21.12.2009.

Article data in other languages: croatian

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