Urban Sensographies

Urban Sensographies explores how the human body can be used as a sensor to gather data about the environment of the city, leading to the creation of embodied mappings. The book examines the effects of urban change on the practices and behaviors of urban dwellers, including factors such as defensible, retail, and consumer space, legacies of modernist design, surveillance technologies, motorised traffic, smart phone use, the integration of nature, and urban pollution.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 190 pages
Publication date: 01 August 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Urban Sensographies presents a unique perspective on the human body as a sophisticated sensor, exploring the potential of implementing various performance-based methods to gather valuable 'felt data' about the urban environment. This captivating volume aims to draw insights into the constitution, character, and morphology of urban spaces as public, habitable, and sustainable by closely monitoring the reactions of the human body as an urban sensor. As a testament to the rapid urbanization occurring in the 21st century, this co-authored book delves into the profound effects of these changes on the practices and behaviors of urban inhabitants. It considers a wide range of factors, including the design of defensible, retail, and consumer spaces; the legacies of modernist design in the built environment; the impact of surveillance technologies, motorized traffic, and smartphone use; the integration of both 'wild' and 'domesticated nature' in urban planning and living; and the consequences of urban pollution on the Earth's climate.

Drawing on three years of funded practical research conducted by a multidisciplinary team of researchers and artists, this book offers a comprehensive analysis of the presence and movement of the human body within urban spaces. It serves as a vital resource for academics and practitioners in the fields of dance, film, visual art, sound technology, digital media, and performance studies. By unraveling the intricate relationships between the human body and the urban environment, Urban Sensographies provides valuable insights into the ways in which we can enhance our understanding and experience of cities.

Weight: 400g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367653118