Public Places - Urban Spaces

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Synopsis

Public Places Urban Spaces, 2e, is a thorough introduction to the principles of urban design theory and practice. Authored by experts in the fields of urban design and planning, it is designed specifically for the 2,500 postgraduate students on Urban Design courses in the UK, and 1,500 students on undergraduate courses in the same subject.The 2e of this tried and trusted textbook has been updated with relevant case studies to show students how principles have been put into practice. The book is now in full color and in a larger format, so students and lecturers get a much stronger visual package and easy-to-use layout, enabling them to more easily practically apply principles of urban design to their projects.Sustainability is the driving factor in urban regeneration and new urban development, and the new edition is focused on best sustainable design and practice. Public Places Urban Spaces is a must-have purchase for those on urban design courses and for professionals who want to update and refresh their knowledge.

Book details

Edition:
2
Author:
Tim Heath, Taner Oc, Steve Tiesdell
ISBN:
9781136444906
Related ISBNs:
9781856179041, 9781856178273, 9781856178273, 9781138474093, 9781138474093
Publisher:
Taylor and Francis
Pages:
N/A
Reading age:
Not specified
Includes images:
Yes
Date of addition:
2020-04-01
Usage restrictions:
Copyright
Copyright date:
2011
Copyright by:
Mathew Carmona, Steve Tiesdell, Tim Heath 
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Categories:
Art and Architecture, Home and Garden, Nonfiction, Politics and Government