Justyna Breś

Dr Justyna Breś is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Urban Design and Regional Planning, Faculty of Architecture, Gdańsk University of Technology. Her research focuses on urban blue spaces, waterfront transformation, land-sea interactions, and sustainable coastal zone management. She explores topics such as policy conflicts in planning regulations, infrastructure development, and the integration of marine and land planning. Her work emphasizes the revitalization of port cities like Gdańsk and Elbląg, addressing issues like environmental sustainability, public space accessibility, and historical urban morphology.

Key research areas include urban blue space dynamics, political-economic aspects of infrastructure projects, and the spatial relationships between rivers and cities. Her publications analyze case studies such as the Vistula Spit Channel and the transformation of Polish waterfronts, highlighting the need for integrated coastal management strategies.

Breś’s contributions span academic journals like Marine Policy and Urban Planning, with a focus on interdisciplinary approaches to urban design and environmental policy. She has no listed scientific awards or grants, but her extensive teaching and research activities reflect her commitment to advancing urban studies in Poland and beyond.