This book deals with a wide range of techniques used in the urban designprocess. It then goes on to relate these techniques to a unique comprehensiveaccount of ... » 

This book deals with a wide range of techniques used in the urban designprocess. It then goes on to relate these techniques to a unique comprehensiveaccount of method. A method of urban design is developed which hassustainability and environmental protection at the centre of its philosophy.Previously literature regarding the urban design method has been almosttotally neglected this book introduces the topic to the reader. This revisedSecond Edition encompasses the latest techniques including the development ofgeographic information systems and financial techniques which help evaluateprojects.A number of techniques are illustrated by example or case study. Wheretechniques are discussed they are located within the structure of the designprocess. The book develops a logical framework for a process which includesproblem definition survey analysis concept generation evaluation andimplementation. It is this framework which leads toward the development of anurban design method.This book is a practical guide for students or professionals in the early partof their careers. It is organized so that each chapter provides guidance whichreaders would have otherwise had to discover for themselves often with somedifficulty. Shows how the techniques of urban design relate to method Outlines the techniques in detail and shows how to apply them Indepth case studies illustrate how theory has been translated into practice «