Defining the Urban Condition: Accelerating Change in the Geography of Power

The Urbanization of Suburbia: Context, Theory, and Design Strategies

International Proceedings

Author(s): Thomas Barrie

This paper discusses ways in which a sense of place can be established and community supported through the selective and thoughtful urbanization of suburbia. Historical models of meaningful places and urbanity are described, critical inquiry regarding the contemporary built environment presented, and characteristics of successful and livable urban centers discussed. The appropriate transformation and application of theoretical and urban context strategies in suburban centers is presented through case studies of junior level projects from the College of Architecture and Design at Lawrence Technological University.

https://doi.org/10.35483/ACSA.Intl.1995.60

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