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This title is printed to order. This book may have been self-published. If so, we cannot guarantee the quality of the content. In the main most books will have gone through the editing process however some may not. We therefore suggest that you be aware of this before ordering this book. If in doubt check either the author or publisher’s details as we are unable to accept any returns unless they are faulty. Please contact us if you have any questions.
A design handbook for the next-generation public realm
Public Realm: The New Makers Handbook aims to be a resource guide for developing a new and refreshing, comprehensive approach to public realm design. Shelving the urban decoration approach, it promotes thorough, inclusive, and insightful design rooted in place and context. Through its illustrations and case studies, this book provides ideas and examples for designing everything from streets and pathways to plazas, squares, and parks. Inside you’ll discover:
-6 key assumptions that will drive enlightened public realm design
-11 classic examples that reveal aspects
of both good and bad public realm design
-10 foundational elements that help determine advanced public realm
-14 integral characteristics that shape
the best public realm 2.0
-25 smart strategies to make a vibrant
and magnetic place, plus much more
Be inspired to design fun, captivating, equitable, and complete public places-our common ground for building transformative, healthier communities around the world.
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This title is printed to order. This book may have been self-published. If so, we cannot guarantee the quality of the content. In the main most books will have gone through the editing process however some may not. We therefore suggest that you be aware of this before ordering this book. If in doubt check either the author or publisher’s details as we are unable to accept any returns unless they are faulty. Please contact us if you have any questions.
A design handbook for the next-generation public realm
Public Realm: The New Makers Handbook aims to be a resource guide for developing a new and refreshing, comprehensive approach to public realm design. Shelving the urban decoration approach, it promotes thorough, inclusive, and insightful design rooted in place and context. Through its illustrations and case studies, this book provides ideas and examples for designing everything from streets and pathways to plazas, squares, and parks. Inside you’ll discover:
-6 key assumptions that will drive enlightened public realm design
-11 classic examples that reveal aspects
of both good and bad public realm design
-10 foundational elements that help determine advanced public realm
-14 integral characteristics that shape
the best public realm 2.0
-25 smart strategies to make a vibrant
and magnetic place, plus much more
Be inspired to design fun, captivating, equitable, and complete public places-our common ground for building transformative, healthier communities around the world.