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Urban Villages and the Making of Communities

Edited by Peter Neal

Foreword by HRH The Prince of Wales

Published November 27th 2003 by Taylor & Francis – 272 pages

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Description

Urban regeneration is currently at the forefront of the political and professional agenda worldwide. There is a growing desire to identify and deliver solutions that not only define models of sustainable and identifiable urban form, but also underpin a real sense of a vibrant community. The design philosophy of Urban Villages has gained significant weight with government policy-makers, planners, designers and developers and is becoming a popular model in achieving a successful and flexible urban renaissance.

This book documents both the roots of the Urban Village movement and its application in contemporary society. A series of essays by eminent practitioners offers particular urban perspectives. A detailed compendium of successful case-studies provides clear technical information.

Urban Villages and the Making of Communities offers a professional resource, a teaching tool and learning aid.

Reviews

Potential readers who are irritated by the urban village concept should not be put off by the title of this attractively presented book. The essays and case studies are a highly valuable summary of best practice. - Regeneration & Renewal

Contents

Foreword HRH The Prince of Wales Part 1: Introduction An Urban Village Primer. Authentic Urbanism and the Jane Jacobs Legacy Part 2: The Context for Urban Villages 1. Smart Growth on Two Continents 2. Planning for Sustainable Communities 3. Emerging Digital Neighbourhoods Part 3: Design Principles for Urban Villages 4. Neighbourhood Design in Practice 5. Connectivity and Movement 6. The Social Dynamic Part 4: Implementing Urban Villages 7. Project Identification 8. Project Procurement 9. Project Management Part 5: Case Studies

Name: Urban Villages and the Making of Communities (Paperback) – Taylor & Francis 
Description: Edited by Peter NealForeword by HRH The Prince of Wales. Urban regeneration is currently at the forefront of the political and professional agenda worldwide. There is a growing desire to identify and deliver solutions that not only define models of sustainable and identifiable urban form, but also underpin a...
Categories: City and Urban Planning, Community Planning and Planning Techniques