Lynch, Kevin
The Image of the City
- ISBN 13:
- 9780262620017
- author:
- Lynch, Kevin
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- MIT Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1960
- Pages:
- 202
- Dimensions:
- 13.21 x 1.02 x 20.32 centimetres
- Genre:
- City & town planning - architectural aspects
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Image of the City In this influential work, Kevin Lynch explores the relationship between the city's physical form and the people who live there. He examines how the city's image is perceived and experienced by its inhabitants, and how city planners can use this understanding to create more vibrant and memorable urban environments. Lynch's study draws on case studies of cities such as Los Angeles, Boston, and Jersey City, and presents a new approach to evaluating city form. This approach has the potential to inform the design and rebuilding of cities, making it a valuable resource for architects, planners, and urban developers. By shedding light on the city's image and its significance to its inhabitants, Lynch's work offers a fresh perspective on the challenges and opportunities of urban planning.
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