There is a square in almost every town. In this thesis will be shown a development of urban squares throughout the historical development of some major towns. Depending on the period of history and civilisations there are some changes in public spaces to look at. The public space of a town, in this case the space of a square is shaped troughout the centuries, changing its dorm and function that can be profane or sacral. Each period of history brings something new which changes the function and appearance of square spaces. Due to well – preserved condition of some squares we use them today no matter that they are few centuries old. Rijeka's Resolution Square is an ideal example of a square which history goes back to antiquity. Owning to plans and saved graphics, it is possible to observe the development of the Rijeka's Resolution Square. In this thesis will be described all the changes that happened on a square, from the shape and area changes, to the building, street and function changes. To make this possible, all the plans mentioned in thesis have been rectified. Also, thesis brings photographic documentation of the current situation on the square and the surrounding buildings, as well as the ideal and a part of the construction plan of the square reconstruction project. The aim of the revitalisation plan is to bring people to spend time on its space and to feel comfortable doing it.