
Urban Alternatives (1973)
Discusses the various problems faced by urban environments, such as crowding, decay, and inefficiency, and emphasizes the need for change to create more livable cities. It highlights the emergence of urban environmentalists—architects, planners, and designers—who collaborate to improve urban spaces by focusing on community needs. The text critiques the over-reliance on automobiles for transportation and advocates for diverse transportation options, including public transit systems like BART. It also addresses the importance of preserving historical buildings through recycling rather than restoration, and the necessity of incorporating green spaces into urban design. The text concludes by stressing the need for public involvement in urban planning to foster continuous improvement in city environments.
Keywords: urban problems, crowding, decay, urban renewal, urban environmentalists, community needs, transportation, public transit, BART, historical preservation, recycling buildings, green spaces, public involvement, city improvement.
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