Fundamentals of Sustainable Neighbourhoods
Author:   Avi Friedman
Publisher:   Springer International Publishing AG
Edition:   Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2015
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9783319348094


Pages:   178
Publication Date:   01 October 2016
Format:   Paperback
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Fundamentals of Sustainable Neighbourhoods


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This timely book introduces architects, engineers, builders, and urban planners to a range of contemporary community design concepts and illustrates them with outstanding case studies from around the world. Drawing on successful projects from London, New Mexico, Austria, and the Netherlands, ""Innovative Sustainable Communities"" presents planning concepts that minimize developments' carbon footprint through compact communities, adaptable and expandable dwellings, edible landscape, and smaller-sized yet quality designed housing.

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Author:   Avi Friedman
Publisher:   Springer International Publishing AG
Imprint:   Springer International Publishing AG
Edition:   Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2015
Weight:   3.342kg
ISBN:  

9783319348094


ISBN 10:   3319348094
Pages:   178
Publication Date:   01 October 2016
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand   Availability explained
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Table of Contents

Setting the Stage.- Forms of Sustainable Neighborhoods.- Streets for People.- Weaving Neighborhoods and Nature.- Streetscapes and Outdoor Spaces.- Sustaining Shorelines.- Social Capital and Integrated Communities.- Sustainable Dwellings.

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Dr. Avi Friedman is Professor of Architecture at McGill University. His research interests focus on factors which influence the design and implementation of affordable and sustainable building practices at the unit and community levels, including market acceptance, construction, and resource efficiency.

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