Passages as in-between Spaces of the City

This study examines passages as “in-between spaces” that blur the boundaries between public and private areas in the spatial organization of cities. The first section discusses the relationship between urban space and daily life, addressing the physical and social dynamics that shape individuals' experiences within the city. The second section evaluates the concept of the arcade as a type of in-between space where public circulation gains continuity within private property, adding a different dimension to urban life through its functions of transition and encounter. In this context, the role of passages in the reorganization of urban life, both economically and socio-culturally, is examined. The final section comparatively compares examples of passages in Western cities with 19th-century passages in Turkey, particularly Istanbul. The evaluations reveal that while Istanbul passages share formal and functional similarities with Western examples, they have developed a unique identity influenced by the local context. In conclusion, the study emphasizes that passages are hybrid spaces of critical importance within the urban fabric in terms of publicness, continuity, and social interaction. Keywords: Space, Urban Space, in-between Space, Everyday Life, Passage