{"product_id":"decoding-asian-urbanism-paperback","title":"Decoding Asian Urbanism - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eFarooq Ameen\u003c\/b\u003e (Editor), \u003cb\u003eKenneth Frampton\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eKen Yeang\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003edeCoding Asian Urbanism is a captivating exploration into innovative architecture and urban\u003cbr\u003einterventions reshaping the landscape of Asian cities. The book highlights projects that\u003cbr\u003eembrace the rapid growth, cultural richness, and intricate complexities of the contemporary\u003cbr\u003eAsian urban fabric.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe magnitude and speed of 21st-century urbanization are extraordinary, with projections\u003cbr\u003esuggesting that Asia's urban development in the next two decades could surpass the total\u003cbr\u003eglobal urban growth of the past two centuries. As we stand on the brink of this urban revolution, \u003cbr\u003edeCoding Asian Urbanism brings together the minds of visionary architects, historians, \u003cbr\u003esociologists, urban designers, and activists from around the world. Their essays offer unique\u003cbr\u003einsights into the diverse and multifaceted nature of Asian cities, each an intricate tapestry of\u003cbr\u003ehistory, culture, and aspiration. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis enriching journey through the book is accompanied by a multitude of images, analytical\u003cbr\u003ediagrams, maps, and captivating photographs. You'll find yourself immersed in the ideas and\u003cbr\u003espirited discussions captured in symposium panels at Harvard University's South Asia Institute.\u003cbr\u003eHere, contemporary thinkers and practitioners from various disciplines reveal their innovative\u003cbr\u003edesign and planning approaches for Asian cities.xx\u003cbr\u003edeCoding Asian Urbanism transcends the boundaries of mere globalization; it delves into the\u003cbr\u003eessence of systemic innovation, elevating the Asian city to new heights. The book is\u003cbr\u003ethoughtfully organized into three sections: Decoding the City, where the context is set and the\u003cbr\u003eurban puzzle begins to unravel; Mediating the City, which unveils strategic approaches to\u003cbr\u003eaddress the complex urban challenges; and Transforming the City, the grand finale\u003cbr\u003eshowcasing projects that breathe life into urban spaces, infusing them with vitality, renewal, \u003cbr\u003eand transformation. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eWith Contributions of Kenneth Frampton, Rahul Mehrotra, Ken Yeang, Farooq Ameen, Saskia Sassen, Edward Glaeser, Diana Balmori, Kongjian Yu, Jonathan D. Solomon, Steven Holl, Weiping Wu, \u003cbr\u003eStephen Kieran, Kashef Chowdhury, Qingyun Ma, Frances Anderton, Kazi Ashraf, Nate Berg, \u003cbr\u003eNondita Correa Mehrotra, Terence Young, Rafael Vinoly, Satoshi Toyoda.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 458\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 x 9 x 6.6 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 01, 2021\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42695645855807,"sku":"9781638487005","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/8226\/1823\/files\/36f665ea1536039739994a5a5c7e7380.webp?v=1765004553","url":"https:\/\/dhlswag.com\/products\/decoding-asian-urbanism-paperback","provider":"BBB","version":"1.0","type":"link"}