There were 4 main topics discussed in this weeks reading.
- - dispersal vs. Concentration
Space is such a tricky issue, we all want more space, but at the same time, with space comes a heavy price or distance. It is virtually impossible to live in a city and have 100% of your needs met, without a strong financial backing. It was interesting to read that the concept of dispersion (in which most environmentalists prefer), was to help people be more vehicular dependant. Quite ironic really. There are various elements that impact why people prefer to live in a more concentrated cities as opposed to dispersed, including distance from house to work, the household's economy and public transportation etc. Another aspect related to a concentrate city is that the efficiency of facility increase as more activities and community interaction has more occurrence. This means a proper system of city planning is crucial in implementing concentration method which mainly relate with public transportation, energy, green area and community.
- - High vs. Low Density
High density within the world has significantly increase through out the past 50 years, and it is without a question that society needs to develop a sustainable city approach along with this high density.
- - Segregated vs. Integrated Land use patterns
Integrated "mixed used development" permits multi-purpose trips as people walk between work, shop and leisure activities. This strategy also has the benefit of providing a focus for the decentralizing forces of the market.
- - Nucleated vs. Linear Form
Even where a compact city solution is appropriate it is yet important both to maintain/enhance green parkways and to maximize public transport accessibility. The advantage that linear form gives of good access to open space and countryside, together with the potential for local food production and recycling of organic wastes, is widely recognised.
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