Carlos Garcia Vazquez
Cities After Crisis: Reinventing Neighborhood Design from the Ground-Up
Cities After Crisis: Reinventing Neighborhood Design from the Ground-Up
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The book explores five cutting-edge topics in urban studies, using an attractive cultural narrative to analyze and interpret architectural and urban spaces, focusing on the ecological crisis as a central theme.
\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 204 pages
\n Publication date: 30 September 2021
\n Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
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The book delves into five groundbreaking topics within the realm of urban studies, offering insightful perspectives on the anti-progress movement, resilient urban models, localism, the urban commons, and bottom-up urbanism. It employs an engaging cultural narrative, often referred to as the eco-lifestyle, to analyze and interpret architectural and urban spaces. Furthermore, the book leverages the ecological crisis as a central theme and backbone of this narrative, recognizing its profound significance in contemporary society.
The anti-progress movement challenges the notion of continuous growth and development in urban areas, advocating for a more sustainable and balanced approach. Resilient urban models focus on building cities that can withstand natural disasters, climate change, and other external pressures. Localism emphasizes the importance of community-driven initiatives and local governance in shaping urban spaces. The urban commons refer to shared resources and spaces that are accessible to all members of a community, promoting social cohesion and sustainability. Bottom-up urbanism emphasizes the participation of citizens and local communities in the planning and development of urban areas, promoting democratic and inclusive decision-making processes.
Through these diverse topics, the book provides valuable insights into the complex challenges and opportunities facing urban societies today. It encourages readers to think critically about the role of architecture and urban planning in shaping our future and to explore alternative approaches that prioritize sustainability, community, and social justice.
\n Weight: 362g\n
Dimension: 201 x 300 x 17 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780367673277\n \n
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