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Author(s)
Elena Marchigiani1 and Claudia Mattogno2
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DOI:10.17265/1934-7359/2018.11.002
Affiliation(s)
1. Department of Engineering and Architecture, University of Trieste, Trieste34127, Italy
2. Department of Civil, Building and Environmental Engineering, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome00184, Italy
ABSTRACT
In Italy, the writings of Kevin Lynch (1918-1984) have had great
influence. However, if TheImage of the
City(1960, trans. 1964)enjoyed a prolonged success, other texts attracted a
fluctuating attention. The reasons for this variable interest help reflect on
the current usability of Lynch’s lesson: the
relevance given to social perception;the need
to give voice to citizens’ needs; a performance approach
to the projectas a participatory
process.The ability to
stimulate a reflective attitude explainswhy, in Italy,Lynch’s legacy has found
its major expression in teaching.Recentexperiences at
the Universities of Rome and Trieste–also suggested by the Lynch’s centennial – show how his textsstill constitute a reference to approach urban analysis and design,
being completely involved in the physical perception of the places and
listening to the inhabitants’ stories. Didactic activities highlight further
exploitation of Lynch’s theory in terms of: the importance of learning by
interaction; a better understanding of urban space and social practices; the
drawing of projects from mental maps. Nonetheless, when working in the
historical parts of Italian cities, the character and uses of urban spaces urge
us to adjust Lynch’s categories, thus, in fact, confirming their critical
capacity and timeliness.
KEYWORDS
Kevin Lynch, visual survey, urban design, education, Italian city.
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