The visual image system of the city of Saratov

Abstract

The article addresses the issue of continuous development in the visual appearance of a historical city, which is considered as a dynamic structure the reference points of which are visual figurative constants accumulating figurative layers from various historical epochs of the city. The structure and types of such constants are determined. These are needed when analyzing the visual image system of the city and its further development. The interaction of the figurative constants with the communication and natural frameworks defines the image of the city taking into account its historical identity, and is the basis for the design of new urban spaces.

Keywords

• city image system
• image constants
• image framework