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Urban Identity: Learning from Place is the second volume in the successful Learning from Place series from Routledge. Drawing on the expertise of the Academy of Urbanism, this book explores the complex relationship between modern urban design and local character. It examines why contemporary towns and cities often appear identical due to the dominance of multi-national corporations and standard building designs. This edition addresses the challenge of maintaining a sense of local identity without relying on historical pastiche. Through the perspectives of four leading urban thinkers, the text investigates how to avoid the trap of identikit architecture and arbitrarily imposed design rules. It provides an essential study for those interested in how urban environments can retain their unique essence in a globalized world.

Key Features

This book is the second installment in the successful Learning from Place series published by Routledge.

The content draws upon the extensive professional experience found within the Academy of Urbanism.

Four leading urban thinkers provide perspectives on the themes of urban identity and character.

The text examines the impact of multi-national corporations and identikit buildings on modern cityscapes.

Readers can explore methods to preserve local character without falling into the trap of historical pastiche.

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Amazon UK
Release Date
25 May 2011
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16 August 2010

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