Urban Morphology : An Introduction to the Study of the Physical Form of Cities

Springer Nature Switzerland AG

Explore the physical form of cities with "Urban Morphology: An Introduction to the Study of the Physical Form of Cities." This comprehensive textbook, authored by Vítor Manuel Araújo de Oliveira, offers an in-depth look at the elements that structure our cities, including streets, blocks, plots, and buildings. It details the agents and processes that transform these elements and applies this framework to understand both historical urban evolution and contemporary city functioning. The second edition is enhanced with updated knowledge, expanded content, and a more explicit didactic approach, featuring end-of-chapter exercises to aid students and teachers in architecture, geography, planning, history, sociology, and urban studies. This hardcover edition provides 240 pages of invaluable insights into the science of urban form. Key features: - In-depth analysis of urban form elements (streets, blocks, plots, buildings) - Examination of urban transformation agents and processes - Historical and contemporary city case studies - Updated knowledge and expanded content in the second edition - Didactic approach with end-of-chapter exercises - Ideal for students and professionals in urban studies and related fields Summary: Urban Morphology: An Introduction to the Study of the Physical Form of Cities, Hardcover, English, 240 pages, First edition, ISBN 9783030924539.