CHARTER OF THE NEW URBANISM expands on the 27 basic principles of urbanism from CNU's Charter. It uses many case studies and illustrations to show how each principle can guide public policy, development practice, urban planning, and design. Following general essays about New Urbanism, the book addresses the principles for large-scale areas: the metropolitan region, cities, and towns. It then covers design principles for neighborhoods, districts, and corridors -- the basic elements of cities and towns. Finally, it details the fine grain of city-design, with nine principles for blocks, streets, and buildings. As this book reveals, New Urbanism represents an unprecedented combination of design and policy. It includes the work of designers, developers, public and private decision-makers, and concerned citizens. This book contains essays and case studies by the movement's founders and most influential thinkers. It explains how to revive cities, overhaul suburbs, break the gridlock on our streets, improve public safety, and preserve open lands. Now available as an instant download (19MB PDF file). On your order confirmation page, you'll see a red button allowing you to download the file. The print version has gone out of print for the foreseeable future. |
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