urban Space: economics

Within an urban area there are great varieties of interdependent activities . Therefore, choice of location of any activity is normally decided by assessing the relative advantage Adebayo (2009).  The economic factors of demand and supply of urban land play a significant role in the the process of land use patterns. this building strike me while walking through Tunapuna, an area which could be considered as a focal point for economic activity.  the question lingered in my mind why such a prime spot is not being utilized to its economic potential?  In other to really answer this question a number of key factors have to be considered in term of urban space.

Adebayo.M.A," Impact of Urban Land Use Changes on Property Values In Metropolitan Lagos". The Social Sciences 4 (2009): 111-117

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urban Space: expression

This picture was taken in Port Of Spain at Brian Lara Promenade. A group of christians marched around the city and assembled there sharing their views on morality and temperance. This was put forward in the form of dance, poems, skits and song. Here citizens are creating meaningful  public space by expressing their attitudes, asserting their claims and using it for their own purpose. this space is seen as a public good where individuals are free to use it in whatever fashion they want. according to Gohen public space is a vital locus for moulding opinions and asserting claims.

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