Palaces for the people: How social infrastructure can help fight inequality, polarization, and the decline of civic life
October 29, 2025Evaluating Public Space
October 29, 2025Research Article
Why Public Space Matters
By Low, S. M.
Full Citation
Low, S. M. (2023). Why Public Space Matters. London: Oxford University Press.
Key Findings
Public spaces, viewed as connective systems within a city, are essential contributors to health and well-being, social connection, political participation, cujltural expression, informal economies, and environmental and ecological benefits.