“…It is important to clarify the concept of 'facility' used here, given that there is no broad conceptual agreement on the term (a fact not unconnected with the diversity of definitions of cultural guidelines themselves 12 ). 'Cultural facility' is here taken to mean a collective (private or public) space, which promotes creative activity, the promotion and dissemination of culture and cultural events, and combining education and entertainment (Lucchini 1997). 'Cultural organizations' are bodies which undertake creative activities in themselves, having a place of residence (a theatre, an architects' studio, or an alternative space), where teams meet, work and are able to put on their shows, performances and exhibitions, amongst other forms of cultural production.…”