Is the public square being sold to the highest bidder?

A stealthy reimagining of urban public space | Elizabeth Diller · 10:18 · Video: TED · Watch at the source

In short: Architect Elizabeth Diller examines the rising threat of urban privatization, where commercial real estate carves up open spaces once owned by the public, and showcases projects designed to reclaim the landscape.

As commercial real estate begins to dominate city streets, open spaces that once belonged to the public are increasingly being treated as commodities. Elizabeth Diller explores the causes and effects of this trend through her architectural work.

The video showcases groundbreaking projects intended to create landscapes for public enjoyment, including New York City's High Line and Moscow's Zaryadye Park.

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