Frampton strongly disagreed with the notion that public spaces are obsolete now that newer technologies, such as the television, preoccupied the spare time of many Americans. Robert Venturi, in his writings, even went far enough to suggest that Americans SHOULD be in front of the television rather than in public spaces.
I understand the possibility of Frampton dishonestly framing the debate to paint Venturi as reckless, but I do agree with his stance. The need of physical public spaces will never disappear simply because of technological advancements. Modern humans have an intrinsic desire to share spaces to physically gather and exchange ideas. Even new forms of public spaces are emerging and adapting to changes in culture. This is evident in recent movements to create new urban parks in unconventional spaces (like the Highline).
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