Humanizing the High-Rise City: Podiums, Plazas, Parks, Pedestrian Networks, and Public Art

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Kheir Al-Kodmany

Humanizing the High-Rise City

Podiums, Plazas, Parks, Pedestrian Networks, and Public Art

Kheir Al-Kodmany

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English

Routledge
23 July 2024

Environmentally-friendly architecture & design; City & town planning - architectural aspects; Urban communities; Urban & municipal planning; Building construction & materials

The transformative power of urban design in shaping our experiences within high-rise cities takes center stage in Humanizing the High-Rise City: Podiums, Plazas, Parks, Pedestrian Networks, and Public Art. This captivating exploration delves into the art of turning towering skyscraper cities into vibrant havens that foster human connection, celebrate culture, and build communities. Unveiling the secrets behind the creation of urban spaces, from dynamic plazas that encourage social interaction to tranquil parks that infuse life into steel and glass, the book unfolds a narrative that resonates with the innate rhythms of humanity. Examining 20 major high-rise cities worldwide (including Chicago, New York City, Dubai, Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Singapore, among others), synthesizing extensive literature, and enriched with over 200 photographs, this book showcases projects seamlessly weaving nature, art, and connectivity into the urban fabric. These endeavors craft environments that enhance well-being and instill a profound sense of belonging amid the challenges of urban density. As the global landscape increasingly tilts toward vertical living, this book serves as a guiding light, illuminating the path to a heightened and enriched experience of high-rise urban living. This book will be useful to practitioners and students of architecture, urban planning, and urban design interested in improving high-rise cities.

By: Kheir Al-Kodmany
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 254mm, Width: 178mm,
Weight: 640g
ISBN: 9781032362656
ISBN 10: 1032362650
Pages: 332
Publication Date: 23 July 2024
Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Primary , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Kheir Al-Kodmany is an expert in vertical urbanism, sustainable design, GIS, visualization systems, public participation, and crowd management. He is Professor of Urban Planning at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) and previously worked for the Chicago firm Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM).