Zweifellos: Aktivistische Stadtplanung in 13 Briefen

Ton Matton ist ein bekannter Indie-Urbanist, Stadtplaner und Briefeschreiber. Er schreibt Briefe an Politiker*innen, Projektentwickler*innen und andere prominente Personen, um sie zum Nachdenken anzuregen und Eigeninitiative zu fördern. Sein leidenschaftlicher Spaß am Zweifeln und seine provokative Art spiegeln seinen Ansatz wider.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 144 pages
Publication date: 03 May 2022
Publisher: JOVIS Verlag

Ton Matton, a renowned urban planner, indie-urbanist, and ardent supporter of the performative urbanism movement, is a man of dual perspectives. At the outset of his career, Matton penned letters, delving into the realm of sustainable urban planning, a relatively new field for urban designers and planners. These letters were directed to influential figures, including ministers, to convey the message that a settlement was merely a compromise and not a substitute for urban or rural living. To a federal chancellor, he emphasized the importance of storing electricity generated from wind and solar energy in electric toothbrushes and mobile phone batteries. Since then, a multitude of additional letters has emerged, addressed to politicians, project developers, and other prominent individuals. What stands out in these letters is Matton's passionate delight in questioning and challenging his audience. With a wry sense of humor and a penchant for provocation, he encourages his recipients to rethink their perspectives and, in doing so, invites readers to take ownership of their actions.

Weight: 138g
Dimension: 148 x 105 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783868596748