A general interpretation of the commercial reproduction of public space in Mexico City

Abstract

The objective of this article is to develop an interpretation about the transformation of public space into a place where mobility of people has been determined by a commercial environment. In other words, the public space of the city of Mexico, and especially its central area (known as Historic center of Mexico City), has become in support of the good city, ie commodified consumption, characterized from a general point of view, for widespread commercial use of space, which has been favorable to the realization of formal and informal economic activities. At the same time, mass entertainment and fun events that have taken place in the main square (Plaza de la Constitución or Zócalo) have been promoted by private companies. On the other hand, in developing the interpretation intervened theoretical points of view, they did a reading of some facts that not only appeared registered in the press but images of the environment transformed, for example, pedestrian streets possible, apparently favor individual mobility, but actually allow pedestrians to become a potential consumer.