Urban Planning, Development and Architecture

Urban Planning, Development and Architecture

Alex Vedder

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ML Books International - IPS
Año de edición:
2016
Materia
Urbanismo y urbanización-aspectos arquitectónicos
ISBN:
9781632396716
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This book deals with the field of urban planning and development. It also talks about the architectural advances in relation to the same. Urban planning refers to the process related with optimum utilization of land and other resources available on earth. It is the study of developing the infrastructure, telecommunication, transportation in such a way that it does not harm the environment. This book discusses the fundamentals as well as modern approaches of urban planning, development and architecture. While understanding the long-term perspectives of the topics, this book makes an effort in highlighting their impact as a modern tool for the growth of this discipline. It is an appropriate text for students seeking detailed information in this area as well as for experts. 3

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