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Abstract

The term Temporary places could be used to describe a wide range of shapes, functions and not least different time sets . In this thesis, however, the intention of temporality should be seen as the main definition regarding this subject. This thesis is based on a literature study
and the aim is to explore temporary places, their values and their functions. Furthermore, the purpose is also to highlight temporary places as a method to be used by urban planners, in order to create more flexibility in the city planning of today.
The thesis describes the underlying factors and conditions creating an increased interest in flexible planning. Furthermore, a number of tactics and applications are presented, all drawn from current research on the topic. In the conclusion we discuss the possible long term impact
of temporary places on the city and emphasize the importance of factors such as purpose, context and site conditions. Based on the litterature study, four different tools for planning temporary sites have been identified: Accessibility , Promotion, Investigation and Communication.
The tools are further explained by a number of examples from Sweden, England and the United States. Finally, we argue for the role of temporary places as a complement to longterm planning as well as a part of a more flexible city planning.

The term Temporary places could be used to describe a wide range of shapes, functions and not least different time sets . In this thesis, however, the intention of temporality should be seen as the main definition regarding this subject. This thesis is based on a literature study
and the aim is to explore temporary places, their values and their functions. Furthermore, the purpose is also to highlight temporary places as a method to be used by urban planners, in order to create more flexibility in the city planning of today.
The thesis describes the underlying factors and conditions creating an increased interest in flexible planning. Furthermore, a number of tactics and applications are presented, all drawn from current research on the topic. In the conclusion we discuss the possible long term impact of temporary places on the city and emphasize the importance of factors such as purpose, context and site conditions. Based on the litterature study, four different tools for planning temporary sites have been identified: Accessibility , Promotion, Investigation and Communication.
The tools are further explained by a number of examples from Sweden, England and the United States. Finally, we argue for the role of temporary places as a complement to longterm planning as well as a part of a more flexible city planning.