Debra Flanders Cushing & Evonne Miller
Language: English
Cushing and Miller remind us that theory is a powerful starting point. Drawing on international research This book provides a bold vision and roadmap for creating great places. Imagining and designing urban environments where all people thrive is an extraordinary task and biophilic design. The second section and evidence-based resource for readers who want to design urban environments that inspire and in this compelling narrative and positively transform people’s lives. and salutogenic. Creating Great Places is an insightful as well as fascinating examples from history and pop culture compelling demonstrates how designers can create great places that are inclusive excite guidance and tools. The first section outlines six critical theories for contemporary urban design – affordance illustrated case studies personal experiences personal space place attachment prospect-refuge sense of place/genius loci sustainable this practical book provides the reader with inspiration using their innovative ‘theory-storming’ process
Publisher: Routledge
Published: Oct 14, 2019
Description:
This book provides a bold vision and roadmap for creating great places. Imagining and designing urban environments where all people thrive is an extraordinary task, and in this compelling narrative, Cushing and Miller remind us that theory is a powerful starting point. Drawing on international research, illustrated case studies, personal experiences, as well as fascinating examples from history and pop culture, this practical book provides the reader with inspiration, guidance and tools. The first section outlines six critical theories for contemporary urban design – affordance, prospect-refuge, personal space, sense of place/genius loci, place attachment, and biophilic design. The second section, using their innovative ‘theory-storming’ process, demonstrates how designers can create great places that are inclusive, sustainable, and salutogenic. Creating Great Places is an insightful, compelling, and evidence-based resource for readers who want to design urban environments that inspire, excite, and positively transform people’s lives.