Jigsaw cities
Big places, small spaces
John Houghton author Anne Power author
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Bristol University Press
Published:14th Mar '07
Currently unavailable, and unfortunately no date known when it will be back
Through a close look at major British cities, using Birmingham as a case study, the book explores the origins of Britain's acute urban decline and sprawling exodus; the reasons why 'one size doesn't fit all' in cities of the future and the potential for smart growth, mixed communities and sustainable cities. Based on live examples and hands-on experience, this extremely accessible book offers a unique 'insider' perspective on policy making and practical impacts. It will attract policymakers in cities and government as well as students, regeneration bodies, community organisations and environmental specialists.
"Jigsaw Cities sets out a robust challenge to current thinking on the future of British towns and cities." Green Places, issue 38
"At a moment of immense urban possibilities, Anne Power and John Houghton have delivered a roadmap for retrofitting British cities in a way that advances economic prosperity, promotes environmental sustainability and furthers social inclusion and opportunity. They move effortlessly from the macro to the micro, from vast city-regions to small neighborhoods, pragmatically integrating the jigsaw pieces of national priorities, historic cities and fragmented policies. Their call for community-led urban regeneration provides a strong, timely caution against 'Made in Whitehall' solutions that ignore the complexities of real places. There is a smart way to grow Britain, and this book is it." Bruce Katz, Vice President and Director, Metropolitan Policy Program, Brookings Institution, Washington, USA
" 'Jigsaw Cities' provides an accessible historical overview of some of the key planning and urban deveolpments over the last two hundred years...." Social Policy, Vol 37:3, 2008
ISBN: 9781861346582
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280 pages