Urban Growth Patterns
Everett Sinclair
Geisteswissenschaften, Kunst, Musik / Pädagogik
Beschreibung
Urban Growth Patterns explores the multifaceted forces shaping city expansion, providing insights for urban planners, architects, and anyone interested in sustainable urban development. The book examines how economic, social, and technological factors intertwine to influence urban landscapes. For example, the book highlights how industrialization profoundly altered urban forms and how migration patterns contribute to residential segregation, illustrating the complex interplay of these elements.
This book uniquely integrates economic, social, and spatial perspectives to analyze urban growth. Beginning with core concepts like economies of scale and agglomeration, it progresses through the impact of industrialization, social factors, and policy interventions, culminating in strategies for sustainable urban development.
By drawing on diverse sources, including historical census data and GIS analysis, Urban Growth Patterns offers a holistic understanding of the dynamics driving urban change. This approach allows readers to grasp the intended and unintended consequences of urban planning decisions.
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