Urban Landscape Priorities, Opportunities and Prospect

by Philip N. Pregill

Overview

The future of urban cities and towns will be influenced by the ability of communities to develop meaningful planning and design strategies founded on the interplay of viable priorities and opportunities. Numerous priorities have been articulated by communities, including specific outcomes that address the broader vision for livable urban contexts. All are envisioned as opportunities for effective planning and design outcomes within urban landscape contexts. Urban Landscape Priorities, Opportunities and Prospect presents current priorities and strategies for producing sustainable urban landscapes in street hierarchies, connections and places.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781839986192
Publisher:	Anthem Press
Publication date:	06/03/2025
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook

About the Author

Philip N. Pregill is Professor of Landscape Architecture at California State University, Pomona. His academic interests include urban landscape planning and design.

Table of Contents

Introduction; 1. Urban Landscape Priorities, Opportunities, and Prospect; 2. Priorities and Strategies; 3. Climate Mitigation, Urban Greening, and Access; 4. Nature, Health, and Social Amenities; 5. Inductive and Deductive Priorities and Strategies; 6. Access, Experience and Urban Identity; 7. Future Priorities and Opportunities.