Fellow fans and even the critics of Brutalist architecture know concrete can make a strong statement. Toronto has far too few places to sit in general, an absence that can also be seen as hostile. Read more: ‘Hostile architecture’ a growing problem for the homeless, advocates say“The lack of public amenities, what I call ghost amenities, also creates hostile environments for all,” says Cara Chellew, a researcher and public space advocate. “A lot of people might not think about defensive architecture and urban design because it’s often hidden in plain sight. “For society’s most vulnerable, defensive architecture and design can make navigating public space difficult or impossible,” she says.

Source: thestar June 14, 2019 19:01 UTC