Henry Lefebvre's Theory of the Production of Space

Henri Lefebvre’s Theory of the Production of Space suggests that space isn’t just a passive backdrop but is actively created through social processes, practices, and power relations. It emphasizes that our environments—cities, neighborhoods, even everyday spaces—are shaped by economic, cultural, and political forces. These spaces influence and are influenced by human interactions, reflecting social structures and values. Essentially, Lefebvre sees space as a product of human activity, continuously produced and reproduced through our actions, decisions, and social dynamics, rather than merely existing as a neutral or natural setting.