Handbook of Biophilic City Planning & Design

by Timothy Beatley

Book Overview

What if, even in the heart of a densely developed city, people could have meaningful encounters with nature? While parks, street trees, and green roofs are increasingly appreciated for their technical services like stormwater reduction, from a biophilic viewpoint, they also facilitate experiences that contribute to better physical and mental health: natural elements in play areas can lessen children's symptoms of ADHD, and adults who exercise in natural...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1610916204
• ISBN13: 9781610916202
• Release Date: January 2017
• Publisher: Island Press
• Length: 312 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.9" x 9.9"