The late 20th century has seen a renaissance in new and improved cultural facilities, from arts and media centres, theatres, museums and galleries to festivals and public art. Cities worldwide have sought to transform their image and economies. Industrial cities have become cultural capitals, such as Guggenheim Bilbao. Glasgow, Barcelona and Singapore are undergoing regeneration through new and upgraded cultural facilities. Even major cites such as London, Berlin and Vienna have millennial cultural quarter developments. Using an historic and contemporary analysis, Cultural Planning examines...

The late 20th century has seen a renaissance in new and improved cultural facilities, from arts and media centres, theatres, museums and galleries to festivals and public art. Cities worldwide have sought to transform their image and economies. Industrial cities have become cultural capitals, such as Guggenheim Bilbao. Glasgow, Barcelona and Singapore are undergoing regeneration through new and upgraded cultural facilities. Even major cites such as London, Berlin and Vienna have millennial cultural quarter developments. Using an historic and contemporary analysis, Cultural Planning examines...