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Placemaking An Urban Design Methodology
End-users provide the most valuable perspective and insights into how public social space should function . Much of the failure of urban settings can be related to over-structured urban environments which deterministically prescribe usage , constraining instead of enabling socio-spatial performance .
Planning decisions by specialists should be made with the participation of the end-user to minimise uncertainty as far as possible , creating enabling environments . Placemaking : An Urban Design Methodology presents a methodology that evaluates the preferences of urban dwellers and synthesises these with the planning specialist ’ s expertise , better representing all views . Author Derek Thomas integrates the Sondheim Methodology with means to understanding cultural clues to create a matrix methodology that links planning primers with planning actions .
A unique new tool for community planners , this book emphasises the importance of the community while taking into account the expertise of the planner in creating public spaces .
Derek Thomas holds a master ’ s degree in Environmental Science from Cape Town University , South Africa . His research into the design and planning of socially responsive urban space has explored a methodology that engages all stakeholders . He trained at the Oxford School of Architecture , UK , and is a published author on architecture and urban design .
AUTHOR : Derek Thomas PUBLISHER : Routledge ISBN : 978-1138124509 PAGES : Hardcover , 174 pages
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