The need to use partition walls in the urban wall painting

Abstract

Problem definition: Wall painting as an ancient media can play an essential role in the improvement and purposefulness of the urban space by taking the advantage of the technology growth as well as the expressive capabilities of new materials. Meanwhile, the development of creative methods in designing the partition walls as a basis for the harmonious murals with the environment and the governing architecture, requires conducting a comprehensive study on the necessity of using these structures in the urban wall paintings as a visual interface (mural) between the body of the city and the citizens. Given this necessity, the urban partition walls and how to implement them in the urban space are the main subjects of the present research. Objective: The present study aims to recognize the urban partition wall painting in order to develop these spaces in the urban environment. Research Method: This research is a qualitative and practical one in terms of the purpose, which is presented in a descriptive-analytical manner with reference to the library resources and images, some of which have been prepared based on the field survey. Results: The urban partition wall supposed to be a wall being independent of the architecture and environment while it is dependent on it, qualitatively. The history of the walls originated from the ancient and indigenous climates and cultures of different regions, such as the primitive life of tribes and even current nomads.. The need for these walls in today’s life comes from the advancement of technology and industry in the urban life.

Keywords

• city
• urban art
• wall painting
• partition wall