
prof. dr hab. inż. arch. Jakub Szczepański
Employment
- Vice-Dean for Scientific Research at Faculty of Architecture
- Professor at Department of History, Theory of Architecture and Monument Conservation
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- jszczep@pg.edu.pl
Professor
- Workplace
- Gmach Główny pokój 319
- Phone
- (58) 347 27 87
- jszczep@pg.edu.pl
Vice-Dean for Scientific Research
- Workplace
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- Phone
- (58) 347 16 33
Publication showcase
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Dilemmas of Identity in Contemporary Cities. The City of Gdansk as an Example
The article is aimed to answer the question how, depending on the historical heritage, the collective memory, the physical space of the city and their images were shaped, through the politics of memory. All known cultures and languages distinguish the ‘self’ and the ‘other’, ‘us’ and ‘them’. Neither do we know cities which wish to differ in some particular way, although they can have numerous identities. Their multitude and diversity...
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Striking elements - A lifebelt or a fad? Searching for an effective way of adapting abandoned churches.
Are avant-garde elements added to historical objects as a temporary fashion to fulfill the aspirations of designers or an attempt to draw attention to themselves? It may be the exact opposite, and this type of controversial project is the best lifebelt for such monuments. This article explores issues related to external avant-garde elements added to adapted churches and their influence on the efficiency of such adaptation projects....
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The Impact of Decommissioning Cemeteries on the Urban Ecosystem
The decommissioning of cemeteries noticeably transforms the urban fabric. The purpose of this article was to determine what impact the decommissioning of cemeteries has on the urban ecosystem. For this purpose, it was necessary to assess the value of cemeteries within the urban ecosystem. Cemeteries are classified as urban green spaces, and their value as preservers of flora and fauna in local ecosystems has been proven. However,...
Obtained scientific degrees/titles
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2021-04-13
Obtained science title
prof. dr inż. arch. Architecture and urban planning (Engineering and Technology) -
2012-01-18
Obtained science degree
dr hab. inż. arch. Architecture and urban sciences (Technology)Wydział Architektury Politechniki Wrocławskiej
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