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Cities’ Memory: Heritage, Identity, and Urban Regeneration

Edited by Tatjana Pivac, Edited by Alessio Cardaci

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This book examines the dynamic relationships between urban identity, cultural memory, spatial practices, and sustainable regeneration through a collection of interdisciplinary studies from diverse global contexts. Bringing together contributions from scholars and practitioners, the book explores how cities construct and reinterpret their identities through architecture, heritage, public space, artistic practices, and civic engagement. The book collectively investigates the ways in which historical monuments, sacred landscapes, civic institutions, and residential environments shape collective memory and contribute to the formation of social and cultural identities within urban settings.The volume also highlights the role of art, media, and curatorial practices in interpreting and communicating the meaning of the urban environment. Through critical discussions on architectural representation, participatory art, cultural exhibitions, and digital platforms, the contributors demonstrate how visual culture and emerging technologies influence the perception, documentation, and preservation of urban heritage. These perspectives reveal how artistic expression and media practices can serve as powerful tools for engaging communities, reinterpreting historical narratives, and fostering dialogue about the evolving identity of cities. In addition, the book addresses the importance of spatial planning and infrastructure in supporting social integration and strengthening urban resilience. Several chapters explore how connectivity, public spaces, and civic infrastructure contribute to inclusive urban environments and support social interaction, particularly within complex contexts such as rapidly expanding global cities and communities facing displacement or transformation. These analyses emphasize the role of thoughtful spatial strategies in shaping accessible and socially responsive urban landscapes.The volume further presents innovative approaches to heritage conservation, adaptive reuse, and sustainable urban regeneration. Through a range of international case studies, the contributors discuss how historical buildings, industrial sites, and cultural landscapes can be revitalized through technological innovation, environmental sensitivity, and community participation. By integrating heritage preservation with contemporary design and sustainability principles, the chapters illustrate pathways for maintaining cultural continuity while responding to present-day urban challenges. Together, the contributions offer a comprehensive perspective on how cities navigate the intersections of identity, culture, and sustainability in an increasingly complex urban world.