Indeterminacy of Spatial Effects of Soft Power Architecture: Towards A Hypothesis of Untestability
Ivan Filipović
https://doi.org/10.60152/v4owig04
Abstract: This paper investigates the indeterminate spatial effects of soft power architecture, with a specific focus on spatial sequestration in embassy buildings and its implications for urban environments. Security-driven architectural interventions often disrupt urban morphology and neighborhood dynamics, presenting challenges in quantifying their qualitative impacts. Drawing upon urban studies and resilience theory, the study proposes an analytical framework to explore the inherent difficulty in measuring these effects, highlighting how urban and cultural contexts adapt to spatial barriers. Furthermore, the paper examines implications for policy and design, advocating for approaches that balance security needs with urban livability goals. This interdisciplinary approach not only advances theoretical understanding but also offers practical recommendations for policymakers, urban planners, and architects. By optimizing the positive impacts of soft power architecture, such strategies aim to foster community resilience and enhance cultural exchange within urban settings, contributing to a more cohesive and sustainable urban environment.
Keywords: Soft power architecture, Spatial sequestration, Indeterminacy, Urban morphology, Cultural resilience
How to cite this Paper (Harvard referencing style):
Filipović, I. (2024) ‘Indeterminacy of Spatial Effects of Soft Power Architecture: Towards A Hypothesis of Untestability’, in R. Bogdanović (ed.) On Architecture — Shaping the City through Architecture, Proceedings. Belgrade, Serbia: STRAND, pp. 158–164.