11.301J / 4.252J Introduction to Urban Design and Development, Fall 2005
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Author(s)
Frenchman, Dennis M.
Rojas, Francisca M., 1976-
Alternative Title
Introduction to Urban Design and Development
Date Issued
December 2005
Abstract
Examines both the structure of cities and ways they can be changed. Includes historical forces that have produced cities, models of urban analysis, contemporary theories of urban design, implementation strategies. Core lectures supplemented by discussion group focusing on student work. Speakers present cases involving current projects illustrating the scope and methods of urban design practice.
Subjects
cities
Boston
American city
market
social forces
public development
regulation of private development
incentives to encourage good design
plans
proposals
case studies
field trips
Traditional City
the City as a Work of Art
the Efficient City
the Garden City
the Secure City
the Information City
Virtual City
11.301J
11.301
4.252J
4.252
MIT Department
Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Department of Urban Studies and Planning
Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Department of Architecture
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