The idea of the public square as the archetypal public space is an uncomfortable notion in Melbourne, Australia.
The available geographic expanse of this metropolitan centre has radically altered population density, traditionally associated with the sqaure,
allowing for a multitude of varying public space(s). The corner, or intersection is often the meeting place of choice within the new city.

  

at this site you may / catch the subway / buy a motorcycle / taste cultural appropriation clashing with junk food / make a telephone call / buy a duty free camera / see a spaceframe / catch a tram / find shade / spot security cameras / and for a limited time...
what occurs in the movement between building <> footpath <> roadway, between the public and the private. is there a moment in which figure and ground collapse? Recording of obstructions to occur early January - check soon for details [competition deadline extended] We propose to examine one such corner, located at Elizabeth and LaTrobe Streets. The proposal seeks to record a series of urban obstructions scheduled to occur on the site. Participants will be invited to engage the site and de-stabilise day to day (generic) happenings. What is the relationship between the user and the space? orback