Green City Spaces: Urban Landscape Architecture (Architecture in Focus) Book

HardCover. Pub Date :2013-08-16 Pages: 272 Language: English Publisher: Thames Hudson Green areas of all kinds have gained significance for contemporary urban planning In addition to the importance for the structure and appearance of urban spaces. these areas have. a wide range social. ecological and economic functions. For instance. they can serve as relaxation and communication rooms. or as habitats for flora and fauna they can have an extremely positive influence on the micro-climate. not to mention the increasing attention they receive from the real estate business as a factor in site evaluation. This volume presents a broad spectrum of green areas in cities like urban parks. public roof gardens greened fa?ades. and city squares. The interplay of international trends. regional characteristics and local traditions is especially interesting. The selection of projects shows...Read More