Urban Morphology Vitality Theory

Author: Jiang Difei
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Publish Date: 2007-02-01
Features: This book proposes that the creation of vibrant urban forms lies in fostering interaction between people and urban public spaces, which is a crucial goal often overlooked in contemporary urban design. Addressing the openness and chaotism inherent in the concept of urban vitality, the book constructs an open theoretical framework. By analyzing the living organism characteristics of cities and the essence of "market" and "market life," it establishes the premise that cities should possess vitality. Through an analysis and synthesis of economic vitality, social vitality, and cultural vitality in urban design, it builds a macro perspective for creating urban vitality. By proposing the principles of mixed-use, public life, and self-organization, it sets guidelines for fostering urban vitality.
Based on contemporary urban forms, the book summarizes ten urban design techniques for creating vitality in "dual-scale" cities and specifically highlights the path to fostering urban vitality in contemporary Chinese cities. This book is suitable for urban planners, architects, city managers, and related professionals as a reference for research, as well as for students and faculty in architectural and planning programs as a teaching material.