Carfree Design Manual

Carfree Design Manual

by J. H. Crawford

International Books | April 1, 2009 | Hardcover

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This enticing manual shows how to design sustainable, carfree cities that meet the needs and desires of their inhabitants. Based on walking, bicycling, and public transport, this comprehensive handbook offers a fresh look at city design. The book proposes methods to achieve aesthetically pleasing and practical, carfree living environments. From urban planning and neighborhood design to squares and building layouts, the author argues that narrower streets, four-story buildings, and interior courtyards offer a higher quality of life. A design process is proposed that directly involves future residents. Illustrative case examples and comparative analysis of 18 urban spaces are also included.

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Carfree Design Manual

Carfree Design Manual

by J. H. Crawford

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This enticing manual shows how to design sustainable, carfree cities that meet the needs and desires of their inhabitants. Based on walking, bicycling, and public transport, this comprehensive handbook offers a fresh look at city design. The book proposes methods to achieve aesthetically pleasing and practical, carfree living environments. From urban planning and neighborhood design to squares and building layouts, the author argues that narrower streets, four-story buildings, and interior courtyards offer a higher quality of life. A design process is proposed that directly involves future residents. Illustrative case examples and comparative analysis of 18 urban spaces are also included.

Format: Hardcover

Dimensions: 600 Pages, 7.87 × 7.87 × 1.18 in

Published: April 1, 2009

Publisher: International Books

Language: English

The following ISBNs are associated with this title:

ISBN - 10: 9057270609

ISBN - 13: 9789057270604

About the Author

J. H. Crawford is software developer, designer, planning consultant, lecturer, and writer. He is a former public transport ombudsman for the New Jersey Department of Transportation.

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