On Public Issues and Public Spaces – a Design Course Focusing on the Danube Bank in Budapest

Public spaces in modern cities are shaped by complex sociophysical interactions that extend beyond mere construction, challenging traditional definitions of public space. Research indicates that collaborative designs integrating architecture and environmental psychology create more gratifying environments for both humans and the environment. Watersides, such as those along the Danube in Budapest, serve as critical focal points for addressing public issues due to their unique role in shaping urban landscapes.

Dúll, A., & Pálfy, S. (2015). On Public Issues and Public Spaces – a Design Course Focusing on the Danube Bank in Budapest. Periodica Polytechnica Architecture, 45(2), 47–51. https://doi.org/10.3311/ppar.7594