Creating great places evidence-based urban design for health and wellbeing / Debra Flanders Cushing, Evonne Miller.
| Author/creator | Cushing, Debra Flanders, 1974- |
| Other author | Miller, Evonne, 1977- |
| Format | Electronic |
| Publication Info | New York, NY : Routledge, 2020. |
| Description | 1 online resource |
| Supplemental Content | Full text available from Taylor & Francis eBooks |
| Subjects |
| Contents | Why Evidence-based Urban Design? -- Affordance Theory -- Prospect-Refuge Theory -- Personal Space Theory -- Sense of Place Theory/Genius Loci -- Place Attachment Theory -- Biophilic Design Theory -- Salutogenic Design -- Child-Friendly Design -- Age-Friendly Inclusive Design -- Sustainable Design -- Conclusion: Creating Great Places Through Theory-storming. |
| Abstract | "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"-- Provided by publisher. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references. |
| Access restriction | Available only to authorized users. |
| Technical details | Mode of access: World Wide Web |
| Source of description | Description based on print version record and CIP data provided by publisher. |
| Issued in other form | Print version: Cushing, Debra Flanders, 1974- Creating great places New York, NY : Routledge, 2020. 9780367257453 |
| Genre/form | Electronic books. |
| LCCN | 2019036148 |
| ISBN | 9781000706666 (epub) |
| ISBN | 9780429289637 (ebook) |
| ISBN | (hardback) |
| ISBN | (paperback) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
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| Electronic Resources | Access Content Online | ✔ Available |