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The relations between Self and space are not an abstract issue, but essential for society. ‘Modernity experienced a transition from community to anonymous society,’ the German sociologist Tönnies said at the end of the 19th century already. What about this today? And what about the Self, the single individual unit inside such contexts, and its…

The design of American college and university residence halls has evolved significantly over time, reflecting broader changes in architecture, student demographics, and societal trends. In the 19th century, many residence halls emphasized Collegiate Gothic styles with monastic student rooms and grand, light-filled common spaces. Post-WWII dormitories, influenced by modernist principles, prioritized functionality with spartan interiors…

The essay which follows is a look into complex points-of-view in regards to the collective consciousness, consciousness and the Self. There has been a large body of research done on collective consciousness, consciousness and the Self over the last century. This article overviews that research and comes up with a conclusion based on my own…

The following offers a historical critique of the emergence of the Self in the West as co-constitutive with the normalization of colonial-capitalist exploitation. Particularly, the focus here is on the psychology and epistemology of foregrounding the Self as the principal marker of identity (as opposed to religious, national, or familial identity). The impact of this…

Rust-belt cities in the United States have been striving to rejuvenate their city centres for decades since deindustrialization undermined their economies, driving residents to seek opportunities elsewhere. The population loss reduces vibrancy on city streets and revenue for municipal services, stressing the remaining urban population. In this context, cities often turn to private capital to…

This article examines the historical evolution and contemporary relevance of libertarian philosophy, particularly focusing on its intersection with technological advancement and individual sovereignty. Through analysis of classical philosophical texts and modern theoretical frameworks, it explores how libertarian principles adapt to address emerging challenges in the digital age. The research traces libertarian thought from ancient Greek…

Taking Chandigarh in India as a case example, essential aspects of an ideal city will be outlined, together with some basic assumptions behind it. What kind of architecture shall be installed, for what (assumed) kind of human beings? What kind of society is envisaged by its architecture? Speaking about architecture, one always speaks about a…

Our forthcoming issue will focus on the ideology of a neoliberal market and its consequences, in particular the destruction of space and community. This will affect living spaces and the individual within society. To use the metaphor of an ecosystem, the worldwide conditions generated by a recent neoliberal market constitute the encompassing socioeconomic and cultural…

This paper outlines some characteristics of neoliberalism and examines their impact upon the city and upon democracy and participation in urban spaces. The paper first maps out some themes of neoliberal ideals. Following this, and focusing in particular on the United Kingdom, it explores how neoliberalism has embedded itself in cities. The paper then discusses…

Public space is premised on the free and equal access of citizens but its ‘order’ is always a precarious balance between homogeneity and diversity, freedom and oppression, superficial contact and deeper engagement. How is this balance tested and shifted by neoliberal urbanism when the city is both a site and agent in the process? Is…

Housing is a high-order human need in all societies, at all times. Under capitalism, especially in its neoliberal era, access to housing that meets basic human needs has been denied to an increasing proportion of the population. This has and is resulting in rising levels of over-crowding and homelessness that both undermines the productivity of…

This critical interrogation of the neoliberal agenda pivots around its usurpation of creativity as crystalized in the creative city and related urban politics in the global North. Cities being the engines of the economy (Jane Jacobs and Peter Hall), Florida and Landry advocate the creative city as the real motor force of the neoliberal economy…