ABSTRACT
This chapter introduces some aspects of the post-Second World War planning and urban conservation movement in Scandinavian countries and capitals. It examines some aspects of the municipal capital city planning and compare how, why and when the urban conservation ideology became rooted in Scandinavia. Post-war preservation movements usually started when an intellectual or artistic minority started to mobilise discussion. Soon, the local residents, too, became active. At this stage, protectors of historic buildings or valuable areas represented the enlightened' social stratum, including academic researchers and experts on architecture not connected to the political parties. After 1968 the public opinion started to change. Some new actors, youth, students and the journalists, gave their support to the restoration and preservation plans. The 1990s urban renewal work has been done with considerations for the environment and ecology. In contrast to earlier times, more properties are being preserved and modern dwellings fitted out with up-to-date installations behind the old facades.
