Rational Fictions and Imaginary Systems: Cynical Ideology and the Problem Figuration and Practise of Public Housing

摘要: This paper aims to show how Van Wel's theory of problem figuration, Carlen's concept imaginary systems and Zizek's notion cynical ideology may advance our theoretical empirical understanding the contemporary construction housing policy narratives embedded localised practise. Applying this framework a case study responses homelessness in Scotland further illustrative examples from UK USA, examines practise is constituted through different imaginaries systems. These are based on fictional as well rational elements, located within form whereby actors act ‘as if’ realities present crisis distanced imagined intended functioning masks alternative social denies an explicitly articulated politics which would reveal new processes capitalism, generational class realignments reframing role go...