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People Cities: The Life and Legacy of Jan Gehl
Annie Matan
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A good city is like a good-party, you stay for longer than you plan, says Danish architect Jan Gehl. He believes that good architecture is not about form, but about the interaction between-form and life. Over-the last 50 years, Gehl has changed the way that we think about architecture and city planning, moving from the Modernist separation of uses to a human-scale approach inviting people to use their cities. At a time when growing numbers are populating cities, planning urban spaces to be humane, safe, and open to 'all' is ever-more critical. With the help of Jan Gehl, ... Read more
A good city is like a good-party, you stay for longer than you plan, says Danish architect Jan Gehl. He believes that good architecture is not about form, but about the interaction between-form and life. Over-the last 50 years, Gehl has changed the way that we think about architecture and city planning, moving from the Modernist separation of uses to a human-scale approach inviting people to use their cities. At a time when growing numbers are populating cities, planning urban spaces to be humane, safe, and open to 'all' is ever-more critical. With the help of Jan Gehl, ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Island Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
Number of Pages
280
Place of Publication
Washington, United States
ISBN
9781610917148
SKU
V9781610917148
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About Annie Matan
Annie Matan is a researcher and lecturer at Curtin university Sustainability Policy (CUSP) institute in Australia, interested in creating sustainable, vibrant and people-focused urban places. She has worked in state and local government, and joined CUSP in 2011 after finishing her PhD at Curtin University. Peter Newman is the Professor of Sustainability at Curtin University and works at CUSP. Peter ... Read more
Reviews for People Cities: The Life and Legacy of Jan Gehl
This in-depth, illustrated biography...follows the evolution of Gehl's theories as he 'reconquers' cities from London to Sydney with pedestrianized streets, bike lanes, enriched 'edge environments' and more.
Nature A lively, optimistic, and energetic celebration of Jan Gehl's contribution to creating better cities and promoting a calmer, healthier more civilised life.
World Transport Journal Jam-packed with case studies, testimonials ... Read more
Nature A lively, optimistic, and energetic celebration of Jan Gehl's contribution to creating better cities and promoting a calmer, healthier more civilised life.
World Transport Journal Jam-packed with case studies, testimonials ... Read more