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    Vancouverism / Larry Beasley ; with a prologue by Frances Bula.

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    • Title:Vancouverism / Larry Beasley ; with a prologue by Frances Bula.
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    • Author/Creator:Beasley, Larry, 1948- author.
    • Other Contributors/Collections:Bula, Frances, writer of prologue.
    • Published/Created:Vancouver, BC : On Point Press, [2019]

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    • Library of Congress Subjects:Urban renewal--British Columbia--Vancouver.
      City planning--British Columbia--Vancouver.
      Vancouver (B.C.)
    • Description:423 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 26 cm
    • Summary:"Until the 1980s, Vancouver was a typical mid-sized North American city. But between Expo 86 and the Olympic Games in 2010, something extraordinary happened. This otherwise unremarkable city underwent a radical transformation that saw it emerge as an inspiring world-class metropolis celebrated for its liveability, sustainability, and competitiveness. City-watchers everywhere took notice and wanted to learn more about this new model of urban growth, and the term "Vancouverism" was born. This book tells the story of "Vancouverism" and the urban planning philosophy and practice behind it. The author is a former chief planner of the City of Vancouver and a key player at the heart of the action. Writing from an insider's perspective, Larry Beasley traces the principles that inspired Vancouverism and the policy framework developed to implement it. The prologue, written by prominent Vancouver journalist Frances Bula, outlines the political and urban history of Vancouver up until the 1980s. The text is also beautifully illustrated by the author with more than 200 colour photographs. Cities everywhere are asking the same question. Shall we shape change or will change shape us? This book shows how one city discovered positive answers, and it offers the principles, tools, and inspiration for others to follow."-- Provided by publisher.
    • Additional formats:Issued also in electronic format.
    • Notes:Includes bibliographical references and index.
    • ISBN:0774890312 paperback
      9780774890311 paperback
    • Contents:Part 1. What Is Vancouverism? Setting the Stage
      A Unique Context for Urban Innovation
      Counter-Intuitive Perspectives for Shaping a City. Part 2. The Key Urban Principles Of Vancouverism. Neighbourhoods
      Transportation Choices
      Diversity
      Urban Design
      Environmental Responsibility
      Public and Private Collaboration.
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