ABSTRACT
Water is one of the most basic elements of landscape. While the processes associated with water are intrinsically dynamic and inconstant, it is water that gives rise to the most enduring engravings on the landscape. So, while the permanencies of water systems are structural in the landscapes, the mutability of their processes must also be recognized and applied as a structuring system. On the other hand, the same way a landscape of a river is not just water or associated water systems but also the enveloping relationships with communities, it is no surprise how plainly landscapes can be differentiated considering the distinct ways water processes have been managed and shaped in line with evolving cultures and corresponding ecological, social, and economic priorities. Considering public spaces as good descriptors of the urban-water cultural relationships, this paper seeks to explore Lisbon's evolution towards water management through a theoretical parallel with “Urban Water Transitions Framework” as proposed by Brown et al. Furthermore, in light of the “MetroPublicNet” research project, a particular attention is given to the recent inventions in Lisbon's Metropolitan Area.
