This comprehensive guide to site analysis, now in its Third Edition, emphasizes a process-oriented approach to context-sensitive site selection, planning, and design. Recognizing that sustainable design is intricately tied to its surroundings, the book explores the unique attributes of each site, including physical, biological, cultural, and legal factors, to inform the creation of vibrant, walkable, and climate-resilient places.
Key features of this updated edition include:
– Integration of theory and practice from diverse disciplines such as landscape architecture, urban planning, architecture, geography, and urban design
– Coverage of essential sustainability topics including LEED-ND, Sustainable Sites, STAR Community Index, and climate adaptation strategies
– Detailed explanation of objectives and visualization methods employed in each phase of the site planning and design process
– Insight into the impact of codes, ordinances, and site plan approval processes on the built environment
– Over 200 illustrations and eight case studies showcasing projects from leading planning and design firms
Site Analysis, Third Edition, serves as an invaluable resource for students studying site analysis, site planning, and environmental design. Additionally, it provides review questions at the end of each chapter, making it suitable for early-career professionals preparing for exams such as ARE, LARE, or AICP.
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