UID:
almahu_9949386283902882
Format:
1 online resource :
,
illustrations
ISBN:
9781000245004
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1000245004
,
9781000244922
,
100024492X
,
9781003119036
,
1003119034
,
9781000244960
,
1000244962
Content:
Towns have undergone dramatic and rapid change over the last century. Declining historic cores are surrounded by sprawling low-density housing, industrial and retail estates. The character and sense of place at the heart of rural towns and villages is under threat. By drawing people away from town centres, these developments erode the sense of community and public life. This book demonstrates how contemporary architecture, community engagement and thoughtful urban design can contribute to the creation of thriving small communities. It addresses a lack of inspiration and ideas for architects and designers working in small communities and promotes a character-based approach to designing and planning 21st century towns.
Note:
Cover -- Title Page -- Copyright Page -- Contents -- Acknowledgements -- About the Author -- Foreword -- INTRODUCTION -- CHAPTER 1 Understanding Small Settlements -- CHAPTER 2 Homes: Creating Distinctive Places to Live -- CHAPTER 3 Town Centres: Building the Heart of a Community -- CHAPTER 4 Public Spaces: Encouraging Social Life -- CHAPTER 5 Long-term Strategies: Future Visions for Smaller Settlements -- CHAPTER 6 Conclusion -- References -- Bibliography -- Index -- Image Credits
Additional Edition:
Print version: ISBN 9781000245004
Additional Edition:
Print version: ISBN 185946906X
Additional Edition:
ISBN 9781859469064
Language:
English
Subjects:
Geography
Keywords:
Electronic books.
;
Electronic books.
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Electronic books
DOI:
10.4324/9781003119036
URL:
https://www.taylorfrancis.com/books/9781003119036
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