Spatial change of Lviv in the post-Soviet period and their assessment by the residents

Lviv's post-Soviet spatial transformations are critically perceived by its residents, marked by increased disorder, intensified urban life, and a shift toward the city's historic core for services. The study reveals that while symbols of Lviv remain unchanged, the city has lost its cultural aura and architectural identity, with commerce disrupting historical spaces. Post-industrial areas are seen as indicators of urban crisis, and polarization deepens, contrasting expensive commercial housing with neglected public spaces. Residents highlight a lack of unified development vision, leading to chaotic changes that threaten Lviv's spatial structure. The research combines official statistics, town-planning projects, and resident surveys (200 participants) to assess these shifts, emphasizing the need for systematic urban management to preserve Lviv's multifaceted heritage.

Habrel, M., Habrel, M., & Lysiak, N. (2020). Spatial change of Lviv in the post-Soviet period and their assessment by the residents. IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering, 960(2), 22098. https://doi.org/10.1088/1757-899x/960/2/022098