Supergrid and Superblock: Lessons in Urban Structure from China and Japan

ISBN-13: 9780367478889 / Angielski / Twarda / 2022 / 256 str.

Opis

In this superbly illustrated book Xiaofei Chen presents the first analysis in English of a ubiquitous East Asian urban phenomenon: the supergrid and superblock urban structure.

Recenzje

‘The classic urban morphological studies tell us not only about the particular places they scrutinize but tend to say something enduring about urban form and society more generally. Supergrid and Superblock is a welcome addition to join the classics and should give both scholars and practitioners food for thought for years to come.’

−Stephen Marshall, University College London

Spis treści

An Introductory Essay by Barrie Shelton  1. An Eastern Supergrid and Superblock Urban Model  2. Supergrid and Superblock History  3. Culture  4. Theory  5. Practice in China: The Kingdom of Walls and Gates  6. Practice in Japan: The Hidden Floor  7. Supergrid and Superblock: A System for Global Consideration  Appendix I: Chronological Outline of Chinese and Japanese History  Appendix II: Notes on Data and Method