Sustainable Urban Forms by Bashir A Kazimee 2016 Trade Paperback Theory Design Application

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Author: Bashir A. Kazimee LC Classification Number: NA2542.36.K39 2016 Publication Year: 2016 Intended Audience: Scholarly & Professional Type: Textbook Dewey Decimal: 720/.47 Publication Name: Sustainable Urban Forms : Theory, Design, and Application Item Weight: 18.5 Oz Synopsis: Sustainable Urban Forms: Theory, Design, and Application explores the latest research and practice regarding ways to design a more sustainable, livable world. It investigates the critical environmental problems that are created by modern cities and addresses the ecological concerns of urbanism. It also outlines creative design solutions through current viewpoints, proven strategies, and examples of good practices in the field. A blend of proven theory and carefully selected case studies from different geographical locations, the text provides an interdisciplinary, holistic overview of the subject matter. Readers will gain increased awareness of the critical environmental problems created by modern buildings and cities. Filled with outstanding graphics and visual information, Sustainable Urban Forms: Theory, Design, and Application effectively illustrates how environments can be designed to foster sustainable, livable urban communities. The book is designed for use in undergraduate courses on urban design, architecture, and environmental design. It can function as a main text, or as a companion reader in a design studio setting. Bashir Kazimee is a professor of architecture in the School of Design and Construction at Washington State University, Pullman since 1990 and is a member of the American Institute of Architects. His areas of interest include traditional Islamic cities and sustainable housing and communities. He is the author of Heritage and Sustainability in the Islamic Built Environment , published by the Wessex Institute of Technology Press., Explores the latest research and practice regarding ways to design a more sustainable, livable world. This book investigates the critical environmental problems that are created by modern cities and addresses the ecological concerns of urbanism. It also outlines creative design solutions through current viewpoints, proven strategies, and examples of good practices in the field., Sustainable Urban Forms: Theory, Design, and Application explores the latest research and practice regarding ways to design a more sustainable, livable world. It investigates the critical environmental problems that are created by modern cities and addresses the ecological concerns of urbanism. It also outlines creative design solutions through current viewpoints, proven strategies, and examples of good practices in the field. A blend of proven theory and carefully selected case studies from different geographical locations, the text provides an interdisciplinary, holistic overview of the subject matter. Readers will gain increased awareness of the critical environmental problems created by modern buildings and cities. Filled with outstanding graphics and visual information, Sustainable Urban Forms: Theory, Design, and Application effectively illustrates how environments can be designed to foster sustainable, livable urban communities. The book is designed for use in undergraduate courses on urban design, architecture, and environmental design. It can function as a main text, or as a companion reader in a design studio setting. Format: Trade Paperback Publisher: Cognella, Inc. Item Height: 0.8 in Item Length: 10 in Language: English Subject Area: Political Science, Architecture Number of Pages: 306 Pages ISBN-10: 1634872959 ISBN-13: 9781634872959 Illustrated: Yes gtin13: 9781634872959 Item Width: 8 in Dewey Edition: 23 Subject: Public Policy / City Planning & Urban Development, Sustainability & Green Design LCCN: 2016-439536 brand: Cognella, Inc.

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Further Details Title: Sustainable Urban Forms Condition: New Format: Paperback EAN: 9781634872959 Language: English ISBN-10: 1634872959 ISBN: 9781634872959 Release Date: 01/30/2016 Author: Bashir A. Kazimee (author), Bashir A. Kazimee Item Length: 203mm Item Height: 254mm Type: Structures Subtitle: Theory, Design, and Application Publisher: Cognella, Inc Description: Sustainable Urban Forms: Theory, Design, and Application explores the latest research and practice regarding ways to design a more sustainable, livable world. It investigates the critical environmental problems that are created by modern cities and addresses the ecological concerns of urbanism. It also outlines creative design solutions through current viewpoints, proven strategies, and examples of good practices in the field. A blend of proven theory and carefully selected case studies from different geographical locations, the text provides an interdisciplinary, holistic overview of the subject matter. Readers will gain increased awareness of the critical environmental problems created by modern buildings and cities. Filled with outstanding graphics and visual information, Sustainable Urban Forms: Theory, Design, and Application effectively illustrates how environments can be designed to foster sustainable, livable urban communities. The book is designed for use in undergraduate courses on urban design, architecture, and environmental design. It can function as a main text, or as a companion reader in a design studio setting. Country/Region of Manufacture: US Item Width: 21mm Item Weight: 525g Genre: Architecture & Antiques Release Year: 2016 Missing Information? Please contact us if any details are missing and where possible we will add the information to our listing.

  1. This book is a fantastic resource for understanding sustainable urban development. It’s well-written, packed with practical insights, and makes complex concepts easy to grasp. The blend of theory and real-world applications is really helpful for anyone interested in urban planning. Definitely worth the read—useful for students and professionals alike!

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