Urban Construction Art — Building Cities According to Artistic Principles

"City Planning According to Artistic Principles," first published in 1889, saw Sitte examine numerous medieval European cities and streets. Through the reciprocal reference of floor plans and perspectives, he analyzed the reasons behind the formation of truly beloved urban spaces—not necessarily grand palaces and large squares, but rather picturesque cityscapes with harmonious and responsive layouts. He emphasized flexible design, the coordination between buildings, and the idea that squares and streets should form enclosed rather than flowing spaces, ultimately formulating artistic principles suitable for urban planning.