Description: Serene Urbanism by Phillip James Tabb This book presents a new theoretical framework through which to view sustainable place-making from the context of the seemingly incongruent and contradictory qualities of serenity and urbanism. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Serenity is becoming alarmingly absent from our daily existence, especially within the urban context. Time is dense and space is tumultuous. The idea of the serene has gained currency in postmodern discussions, and when combined with urbanism conjures questions, even contradictions, as the two ideas seem improbable yet their correspondence seems so inherently desirable. Integrated, these two constructs present design challenges as they manifest in differing ways across the rural–urban transect. In response, Part I of this book establishes the theoretical framework through different contemporary perspectives, and concludes with a clear explanation of a theory of serene urbanism. The positive characteristics of urbanism and beneficial qualities of the serene are explored and related to sustainability, biophilia, placemaking and environmental design. Both principles and examples are presented as compelling portraits for the proposal of these new urban landscapes. Part II of the work is an in-depth exploration and analysis of serene urban ideas related to the intentional community being created outside of Atlanta, Georgia, USA. "Serenbe" is the name given to this place to commemorate the value and nuance between the serene and urban. Author Biography Phillip James Tabb is Professor of Architecture and Liz and Nelson Mitchell Professor of Residential Design at Texas A&M University. He completed a PhD dissertation, "The Solar Village Archetype: A Study of English Village Form Applicable to Energy-integrated Planning Principles for Satellite Settlements in Temperate Climates" in 1990. Among his publications are Solar Energy Planning (McGraw-Hill, 1984), The Greening of Architecture: A Critical History and Survey of Contemporary Sustainable Architecture and Urban Design (Ashgate, 2014), and Architecture, Culture, and Spirituality (co-edited with Thomas Barrie and Julio Bermudez, Ashgate, 2015). He received his BS in Architecture from the University of Cincinnati, Master of Architecture from the University of Colorado, and PhD in the Energy and Environment Programme from the Architectural Association in London. He teaches studio design, sustainable architecture, and the theory of placemaking, and is a practicing urban designer and licensed architect. Table of Contents Foreword by Thomas Barrie and Julio Bermudez, Part I: Theoretical Framework for Serene Urbanism, 1. Introduction, 2. Serene Environments, 3. Urban Perspectives, 4. Placemaking, 5. Sustainability, 6. The Serene, Biophilic, and Numinous, Part II: Serenbe: A Community Among the Trees, 7. The Serenbe Concept, 8. Master Plan Elements, 9. Placemaking as a Sustainable Strategy, 10. Cultural and Numinous Moments, 11. Serene Urbanism Analysis Review Phillip Tabb illustrates the practical power of good theory. He demonstrates that an understanding of nature can enable architects and planners to create authentic, deeply rooted places. His work in planning the new community Serenbe near Atlanta provides strong, positive evidence for Professor Tabbs biophilic approach. This thoughtful, timely book bridges theory and practice and should interest those with a desire to better understand sustainable urban design and planning.Frederick Steiner, Paley Professor and Dean, School of Design, University of Pennsylvania Review Quote Phillip Tabb illustrates the practical power of good theory. He demonstrates that an understanding of nature can enable architects and planners to create authentic, deeply rooted places. His work in planning the new community Serenbe near Atlanta provides strong, positive evidence for Professor Tabbs biophilic approach. This thoughtful, timely book bridges theory and practice and should interest those with a desire to better understand sustainable urban design and planning. Frederick Steiner, Paley Professor and Dean, School of Design, University of Pennsylvania Details ISBN1472461371 Year 2016 ISBN-10 1472461371 ISBN-13 9781472461377 Format Hardcover Imprint Routledge Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Short Title SERENE URBANISM Language English Media Book Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd Publication Date 2016-09-20 DEWEY 307.76 Author Phillip James Tabb Subtitle A biophilic theory and practice of sustainable placemaking Pages 234 AU Release Date 2016-09-20 NZ Release Date 2016-09-20 UK Release Date 2016-09-20 Illustrations 2 Tables, black and white; 7 Line drawings, black and white; 107 Halftones, black and white Alternative 9781138588585 Audience Tertiary & Higher Education We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:159419679;
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