New Urbanism: Comprehensive Report & Best Practices Guide, Third Edition [Paperback]

Robert Steuteville (Author), Philip Langdon (Author), et al (Author)

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Book Description

Publication Date: December 19, 2006

The definitive reference for new urban ideas, practices, and projects. New and updated chapters on town centers and main street retail, building the New Urbanism, planning principles, traditional neighborhood development, designing walkable streets, local laws and zoning, transit-oriented development, infill strategies and projects, promoting community with design, and financial returns. Plus lists of projects, plans, renderings, photographs, and much more.

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Editorial Reviews

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“...The one essential publication of the New Urbanism...” --Andres Duany, principal, Duany Plater-Zyberk & Company

“...It will become the standard reference for urban design in America.” --James Howard Kunstler, author of The Geography of Nowhere and other books

"...It is must reading for anyone who is serious about working in any aspect of the New Urbanism." --Peter Katz, design and marketing consultant

About the Author

Robert Steuteville is publisher and editor of New Urban News, the premier trade publication for professionals involved in the New Urbanism and smart growth. He is the principal author and editor of the previous two editions of the book. Philip Langdon is senior editor of New Urban News and author of numerous books on architecture and communities, including A Better Place to Live: Reshaping the American Suburb.

Product Details

Paperback: 370 pages
Publisher: New Urban Publications Inc. (December 19, 2006)
ISBN-10: 0974502103
ISBN-13: 978-0974502106
Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.4 x 1 inches
Shipping Weight: 2.6 pounds
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,261,103 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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