A. Shevtsova. CREATIVE STRATEGIES OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT: THE CONCEPT ESSENCE AND APPROACHES TO ITS UNDERSTANDING

https://doi.org/10.15407/ugz2014.02.039
Ukr. geogr. z. 2014, N2:39-43
Language of publication: 
Ukrainian
Authors: 

A. Shevtsova – Institute of Geography of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine, Kyiv.

Abstract: 

The article reviews the concept of “creative strategies” as a strategy for urban development using innovative ideas and creative approach to problem solving, usually with emphasis on culture and arts development, preservation of historical heritage and uniqueness of the city. Various approaches to understanding the concept of “creative city” have been outlined. The examples of this strategy implementation in various projects of cultural development in Europe have been presented. One of the most effective approaches to creative strategies use is now an international project “Network of UNESCO Creative Cities”.

Key words: 
creative strategies of cities development, international cooperation, creative cities, UNESCO
Pages: 
39-43
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