Routledge Handbook of Urban Indonesia

This handbook explores urban planning practices, initiatives, and innovations in Indonesian cities, focusing on the Sustainable Development Goals. It provides a diverse view of urban conditions in Indonesia, covering topics such as the planning context, informality, insurgency, social inclusion, design, spatial and economic practices, creative and innovative practices, and urban sustainability and resilience.

Format: Hardback
Length: 406 pages
Publication date: 18 October 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive handbook delves into the practices, initiatives, and innovations of urban planning in response to the rapid urbanization sweeping across Indonesian cities. As the world's fourth most populous country, Indonesia is experiencing a significant shift towards urbanization, with its cities expanding at an unprecedented pace. This book offers a rigorous evidence-based examination of planning practices in Indonesian cities of varying sizes, ranging from megacities with over ten million residents to metropolitan cities, large cities, medium cities, and small cities.

The handbook is organized around the Sustainable Development Goals, providing a lens through which to analyze and evaluate the policies and projects implemented in these cities. Each chapter focuses on a specific policy or project, providing a detailed analysis of its impact on urban conditions and the challenges and opportunities it presents.

The handbook offers a diverse view of urban realities in Indonesia, covering a wide range of topics organized into five main themes:

Indonesian Planning Context: This section explores the historical, cultural, and political factors that shape urban planning in Indonesia. It examines the country's development policies, legal frameworks, and institutional arrangements, as well as the challenges and opportunities they present for urban development.

Informality, Insurgency, and Social Inclusion: Chapters in this theme examine the challenges posed by informal settlements, urban insurgency, and social exclusion in Indonesian cities. It explores the strategies and policies adopted by governments and organizations to address these issues, as well as the impact of these interventions on urban residents and communities.

Design, Spatial, and Economic Practices: This section explores the design principles, spatial planning strategies, and economic development initiatives that are shaping Indonesian cities. It examines the role of public spaces, transportation systems, housing policies, and urban regeneration projects in promoting sustainable and inclusive urban growth.

Creative and Innovative Practices: Chapters in this theme showcase the innovative practices and approaches adopted by urban planners, designers, and community organizations in Indonesian cities. It explores the use of technology, art, and social entrepreneurship to address urban challenges and promote community engagement and participation.

Urban Sustainability and Resilience: This section examines the challenges and opportunities associated with urban sustainability and resilience in Indonesian cities. It explores the strategies and policies adopted by governments and organizations to promote sustainable development, climate change adaptation, and disaster risk reduction in urban areas.

Written by 64 established and emerging scholars from Indonesia and overseas, this handbook is an invaluable resource for academics working on Urban Studies, Development Studies, Asian and Southeast Studies, as well as policy-makers in Indonesia and in other cities of the Global South. It provides a comprehensive and up-to-date analysis of the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in urban planning and development in Indonesia, offering valuable insights for policymakers, practitioners, and researchers alike

Introduction:
Indonesia, the world's fourth most populous country, is experiencing a rapid urbanization trend, with its cities expanding at an unprecedented pace. This phenomenon presents both opportunities and challenges for policymakers, practitioners, and researchers alike. In response to this, this handbook.

Objectives:
The primary objective of this handbook is to provide a comprehensive and up-to-date analysis of the practices, initiatives, and innovations of urban planning in response to the rapid urbanization in Indonesian cities. Specifically, it aims to:

• Provide a rigorous evidence-based examination of planning practices in Indonesian cities of varying sizes, ranging from megacities with over ten million residents to metropolitan cities, large cities, medium cities, and small cities.


• Organize the handbook around the Sustainable Development Goals, providing a lens through which to analyze and evaluate the policies and projects implemented in these cities.


• Offer a diverse view of urban realities in Indonesia, covering a wide range of topics organized into five main themes:




• Indonesian Planning Context: This section explores the historical, cultural, and political factors that shape urban planning in Indonesia.


• Informality, Insurgency, and Social Inclusion: Chapters in this theme examine the challenges posed by informal settlements, urban insurgency, and social exclusion in Indonesian cities.


• Design, Spatial, and Economic Practices: This section explores the design principles, spatial planning strategies, and economic development initiatives that are shaping Indonesian cities.


• Creative and Innovative Practices: Chapters in this theme showcase the innovative practices and approaches adopted by urban planners, designers, and community organizations in Indonesian cities.


• Urban Sustainability and Resilience: This section examines the challenges and opportunities associated with urban sustainability and resilience in Indonesian cities.

Methodology:
The handbook is written by 64 established and emerging scholars from Indonesia and overseas, representing a wide range of disciplines and expertise. The chapters are based on a rigorous research methodology, including literature reviews, fieldwork, and case studies. The authors have drawn on their extensive experience and knowledge of the Indonesian urban context to provide a comprehensive and nuanced understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing Indonesian cities.

Findings:
The handbook provides a rich and detailed account of the practices, initiatives, and innovations of urban planning in response to the rapid urbanization in Indonesian cities. The findings are organized into five main themes, each of which is discussed in depth.

Indonesian Planning Context:
The Indonesian planning context is shaped by a complex history of colonialism, authoritarianism, and decentralization. The country has experienced significant economic growth in recent decades, driven by a surge in commodity exports and investment. However, this growth has also led to urbanization, with many people migrating from rural areas to cities in search of better job opportunities and higher standards of living.

Informality, Insurgency, and Social Inclusion:
Informality, insurgency, and social inclusion are major challenges facing Indonesian cities. Informality refers to the proliferation of informal settlements, which are often characterized by poor infrastructure, lack of access to basic services, and high levels of poverty. Insurgency refers to the presence of armed groups and criminal organizations in urban areas, which can lead to violence, social unrest, and economic instability. Social inclusion refers to the lack of access to social services, education, and employment opportunities for marginalized groups, such as women, children, and the elderly.

Design, Spatial, and Economic Practices:
Urban planning in Indonesia is characterized by a focus on economic development and infrastructure investment. However, there is a growing recognition of the need to prioritize sustainable and inclusive urban growth. This includes the development of green spaces, the promotion of public transportation, the improvement of housing quality, and the promotion of urban regeneration projects.

Creative and Innovative Practices:
Urban planners and community organizations in Indonesia are increasingly using creative and innovative practices to address urban challenges. This includes the use of technology, art, and social entrepreneurship to promote community engagement and participation. For example, there are several initiatives that use mobile technology to provide access to information and services for marginalized groups, such as women and children. There are also several art projects that use public spaces to promote social cohesion and cultural diversity.

Urban Sustainability and Resilience:
Urban sustainability and resilience are key priorities for Indonesian cities. This includes the promotion of sustainable development practices, such as the use of renewable energy and the reduction of carbon emissions. It also includes the development of disaster risk reduction strategies, such as the construction of flood control systems and the promotion of urban resilience programs.

Conclusion:
The handbook provides a valuable resource for policymakers, practitioners, and researchers interested in urban planning and development in Indonesia. It offers a comprehensive and up-to-date analysis of the practices, initiatives, and innovations of urban planning in response to the rapid urbanization in Indonesian cities. The findings are organized into five main themes, each of which is discussed in depth. The handbook is written by 64 established and emerging scholars from Indonesia and overseas, representing a wide range of disciplines and expertise. The chapters are based on a rigorous research methodology, including literature reviews, fieldwork, and case studies. The authors have drawn on their extensive experience and knowledge of the Indonesian urban context to provide a comprehensive and nuanced understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing Indonesian cities.

Weight: 966g
Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367762797