Fundamentals of Urban Design / Edition 1

by Richard Hedman

Overview

This book explains the fundamental tools for achieving a more cohesive and satisfying environment. Using more than 100 photographs and drawings, Hedman illustrates the basic components of urban design. A great book for teaching planning students about urban design and a helpful tool for introducing citizens to the importance of good design. The book is essential reading for planners, city managers, and other public administrators who need to understand design principles to defend their commuinities against well-intentioned-even attractive-but nevertheless damaging projects.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780918286352
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	01/01/1985
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	146
Product dimensions:	8.00(w) x 10.00(h) x 0.40(d)

About the Author

Richard Hedman

Table of Contents

1. Background 2. Preservation 3. Spatial Definition