Unfinished Metropolis (2 Vols in a slipcase)

The 'new urban municipality of Berlin, also known as Greater Berlin, was created 100 years ago, on 1 October 1920, following a ground-breaking administrative reform. This was a century-defining milestone that transformed Berlin into a world city. The two volumes of Unfinished Metropolis are dedicated to the past and future of Greater Berlin. The first volume offers an insight into an array of different topics, such as Berlin's role as the capital of Germany, its relationship with Brandenburg, and the historical, economic, and social conditions that have driven the growth of the urban area over the centuries. The second volume delves deeper into the designs for the future.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 752 pages
Publication date: 02 November 2020
Publisher: DOM Publishers

The 'new urban municipality of Berlin, also known as Greater Berlin, was established a century ago, on October 1, 1920, following a groundbreaking administrative reform. This historic milestone transformed Berlin into a global city, marking a pivotal century in its development. The old city of Berlin merged with seven other cities, fifty-nine rural communities, and twenty-seven estate districts, resulting in a significant expansion of its area from 66 to 878 square meters and a population surge from 1.9 to 3.9 million people almost overnight. However, Greater Berlin remained a dynamic entity, evolving continuously after the fall of the Berlin Wall. New planning and development projects continued to shape the greater urban area, expanding its boundaries far beyond the city's limits.

The two volumes of Unfinished Metropolis are dedicated to exploring the past and future of Greater Berlin. The first volume offers a comprehensive insight into various aspects of the city's history, including its role as the capital of Germany, its relationship with Brandenburg, and the historical, economic, and social factors that have shaped the growth of the urban area over centuries. The second volume delves deeper into the designs for the future. It comprehensively documents the International Urban Planning Competition for Berlin-Brandenburg 2070, held by the states association of architects and engineers. It also explores how other European capital regions, such as London, Moscow, Paris, and Vienna, are striving to ensure sustainable urban development in the years to come.

Volume 1: 100 Years of Urban Planning for Greater Berlin spans 416 pages and features an impressive collection of 550 photographs. Volume 2: International Urban Planning Competition for Berlin-Brandenburg 2070, on the other hand, consists of 336 pages and includes 300 captivating images. These volumes provide a rich and detailed account of the city's past and present, as well as its ambitious plans for the future.

Weight: 3842g
Dimension: 235 x 297 x 69 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783869222493