Assessing the relationship between community inclusion and space through Valletta 2018 cultural infrastructural projects on various community groups

Abstract

The main research question of this study is – What role can cultural infrastructure play in the achievement of culture-led regeneration? The question is answered through the assessment of the potential impact of cultural infrastructure within the place from a socio-spatial point of view – requiring the study of the interface/overlap between the social and spatial perspectives through ‘on the ground’ investigation of the urban fabric and close monitoring of any change therein, and the manner in which culture-led regeneration may affect the use of the surrounding urban spaces of the place. The research objectives centre primarily on the physical urban space/built environment, in terms of establishing important spatial parameters and qualities that, in turn, have direct and indirect social implications.