kaupunkikuvan
Kaupunkikuva, often used in urban planning and architecture, refers to the visual character and perception of a city or district. The genitive kaupunkikuvan is used when discussing aspects of this image, as in kaupunkikuvan kehittäminen (the development of the urban image). The concept encompasses how built form, public spaces, and everyday activity create a recognizable sense of place and influence how residents and visitors experience the environment.
Elements contributing to kaupunkikuva include building scale and architectural style, facade treatments, street layout, squares and
Municipal planning and heritage practice address kaupunkikuva through design guidelines, zoning rules, conservation policies, and branding
Scholars in urban studies and cultural geography analyze kaupunkikuva to understand how policy, media, and lived