Author: Carlo Ratti
Publisher: Yale University Press
ISBN: 0300204809
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 187
Book Description
Cover -- Half Title -- Title -- Copyright -- Contents -- PART I: THE CITY OF TOMORROW (AND TODAY) -- 1 Futurecraft -- 2 Bits and Atoms -- 3 Wiki City -- PART II: METROPOLITAN INFORMATION FLOWS -- 4 Big (Urban) Data -- 5 Cyborg Society -- 6 Living Architecture -- PART III: SENSEABLE CITY -- 7 Mobility -- 8 Energy -- 9 Knowledge -- PART IV: LOOKING FORWARD -- 10 Hack the City -- 11 Epilogue -- Notes -- Acknowledgments -- Credits -- Index -- A -- B -- C -- D -- E -- F -- G -- H -- I -- J -- K -- L -- M -- N -- O -- P -- Q -- R -- S -- T -- U -- V -- W -- Y -- Z
The City of Tomorrow
Author: Carlo Ratti
Publisher: Yale University Press
ISBN: 0300221134
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 187
Book Description
Since cities emerged ten thousand years ago, they have become one of the most impressive artifacts of humanity. But their evolution has been anything but linear—cities have gone through moments of radical change, turning points that redefine their very essence. In this book, a renowned architect and urban planner who studies the intersection of cities and technology argues that we are in such a moment. The authors explain some of the forces behind urban change and offer new visions of the many possibilities for tomorrow’s city. Pervasive digital systems that layer our cities are transforming urban life. The authors provide a front-row seat to this change. Their work at the MIT Senseable City Laboratory allows experimentation and implementation of a variety of urban initiatives and concepts, from assistive condition-monitoring bicycles to trash with embedded tracking sensors, from mobility to energy, from participation to production. They call for a new approach to envisioning cities: futurecraft, a symbiotic development of urban ideas by designers and the public. With such participation, we can collectively imagine, examine, choose, and shape the most desirable future of our cities.
Publisher: Yale University Press
ISBN: 0300221134
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 187
Book Description
Since cities emerged ten thousand years ago, they have become one of the most impressive artifacts of humanity. But their evolution has been anything but linear—cities have gone through moments of radical change, turning points that redefine their very essence. In this book, a renowned architect and urban planner who studies the intersection of cities and technology argues that we are in such a moment. The authors explain some of the forces behind urban change and offer new visions of the many possibilities for tomorrow’s city. Pervasive digital systems that layer our cities are transforming urban life. The authors provide a front-row seat to this change. Their work at the MIT Senseable City Laboratory allows experimentation and implementation of a variety of urban initiatives and concepts, from assistive condition-monitoring bicycles to trash with embedded tracking sensors, from mobility to energy, from participation to production. They call for a new approach to envisioning cities: futurecraft, a symbiotic development of urban ideas by designers and the public. With such participation, we can collectively imagine, examine, choose, and shape the most desirable future of our cities.
City of Tomorrow
Author:
Publisher: Wildstorm
ISBN: 9781401209452
Category : Comic books, strips, etc
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"Tucker Foyle has been far away from Columbia, the utopia conceived and nano-engineered by his father, for over a decade. Upon his return, the prodigal son finds his idyllic childhood home a crime-ridden shell of its former self, overrun by robot hustlers, hookers and hoodlums. Now Tucker must piece together what went wrong, with Columbia, with his dysfunctional family and with his life, as he struggles to turn things around--without winding up dead in the process."--Cover.
Publisher: Wildstorm
ISBN: 9781401209452
Category : Comic books, strips, etc
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"Tucker Foyle has been far away from Columbia, the utopia conceived and nano-engineered by his father, for over a decade. Upon his return, the prodigal son finds his idyllic childhood home a crime-ridden shell of its former self, overrun by robot hustlers, hookers and hoodlums. Now Tucker must piece together what went wrong, with Columbia, with his dysfunctional family and with his life, as he struggles to turn things around--without winding up dead in the process."--Cover.
The City of Tomorrow
Author: Carlo Ratti
Publisher: Yale University Press
ISBN: 0300204809
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 187
Book Description
Cover -- Half Title -- Title -- Copyright -- Contents -- PART I: THE CITY OF TOMORROW (AND TODAY) -- 1 Futurecraft -- 2 Bits and Atoms -- 3 Wiki City -- PART II: METROPOLITAN INFORMATION FLOWS -- 4 Big (Urban) Data -- 5 Cyborg Society -- 6 Living Architecture -- PART III: SENSEABLE CITY -- 7 Mobility -- 8 Energy -- 9 Knowledge -- PART IV: LOOKING FORWARD -- 10 Hack the City -- 11 Epilogue -- Notes -- Acknowledgments -- Credits -- Index -- A -- B -- C -- D -- E -- F -- G -- H -- I -- J -- K -- L -- M -- N -- O -- P -- Q -- R -- S -- T -- U -- V -- W -- Y -- Z
Publisher: Yale University Press
ISBN: 0300204809
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 187
Book Description
Cover -- Half Title -- Title -- Copyright -- Contents -- PART I: THE CITY OF TOMORROW (AND TODAY) -- 1 Futurecraft -- 2 Bits and Atoms -- 3 Wiki City -- PART II: METROPOLITAN INFORMATION FLOWS -- 4 Big (Urban) Data -- 5 Cyborg Society -- 6 Living Architecture -- PART III: SENSEABLE CITY -- 7 Mobility -- 8 Energy -- 9 Knowledge -- PART IV: LOOKING FORWARD -- 10 Hack the City -- 11 Epilogue -- Notes -- Acknowledgments -- Credits -- Index -- A -- B -- C -- D -- E -- F -- G -- H -- I -- J -- K -- L -- M -- N -- O -- P -- Q -- R -- S -- T -- U -- V -- W -- Y -- Z
Cities of Tomorrow
Author: Peter Hall
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1118456475
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 646
Book Description
Peter Hall’s seminal Cities of Tomorrow remains an unrivalled account of the history of planning in theory and practice, as well as of the social and economic problems and opportunities that gave rise to it. Now comprehensively revised, the fourth edition offers a perceptive, critical, and global history of urban planning and design throughout the twentieth-century and beyond. A revised and updated edition of this classic text from one of the most notable figures in the field of urban planning and design Offers an incisive, insightful, and unrivalled critical history of planning in theory and practice, as well as of the underlying socio-economic challenges and opportunities Comprehensively revised to take account of abundant new research published over the last decade Reviews the development of the modern planning movement over the entire span of the twentieth-century and beyond Draws on global examples throughout, and weaves the author’s own fascinating experiences into the text to illustrate this authoritative story of urban growth
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1118456475
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 646
Book Description
Peter Hall’s seminal Cities of Tomorrow remains an unrivalled account of the history of planning in theory and practice, as well as of the social and economic problems and opportunities that gave rise to it. Now comprehensively revised, the fourth edition offers a perceptive, critical, and global history of urban planning and design throughout the twentieth-century and beyond. A revised and updated edition of this classic text from one of the most notable figures in the field of urban planning and design Offers an incisive, insightful, and unrivalled critical history of planning in theory and practice, as well as of the underlying socio-economic challenges and opportunities Comprehensively revised to take account of abundant new research published over the last decade Reviews the development of the modern planning movement over the entire span of the twentieth-century and beyond Draws on global examples throughout, and weaves the author’s own fascinating experiences into the text to illustrate this authoritative story of urban growth
Retrofitting Cities for Tomorrow's World
Author: Malcolm Eames
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1119007216
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 307
Book Description
A groundbreaking exploration of the most promising new ideas for creating the sustainable cities of tomorrow The culmination of a four-year collaborative research project undertaken by leading UK universities, in partnership with city authorities, prominent architecture firms, and major international consultants, Retrofitting Cities for Tomorrow's World explores the theoretical and practical aspects of the transition towards sustainability in the built environment that will occur in the years ahead. The emphasis throughout is on emerging systems innovations and bold new ways of imagining and re-imagining urban retrofitting, set within the context of ‘futures-based’ thinking. The concept of urban retrofitting has gained prominence within both the research and policy arenas in recent years. While cities are often viewed as a source of environmental stress and resource depletion they are also hubs of learning and innovation offering enormous potential for scaling up technological responses. But city-level action will require a major shift in thinking and a scaling up of positive responses to climate change and the associated threats of environmental and social degradation. Clearly the time has come for a more coordinated, planned, and strategic approach that will allow cities to transition to a sustainable future. This book summarizes many of the best new ideas currently in play on how to achieve those goals. Reviews the most promising ideas for how to approach planning and coordinating a more sustainable urban future by 2050 through retrofitting existing structures Explores how cities need to govern for urban retrofit and how future urban transitions and pathways can be managed, modeled and navigated Offers inter-disciplinary insights from international contributors from both the academic and professional spheres Develops a rigorous conceptual framework for analyzing existing challenges and fostering innovative ways of addressing those challenges Retrofitting Cities for Tomorrow's World is must-reading for academic researchers, including postgraduates insustainability, urban planning, environmental studies, economics, among other fields. It is also an important source of fresh ideas and inspiration for town planners, developers, policy advisors, and consultants working within the field of sustainability, energy, and the urban environment.
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1119007216
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 307
Book Description
A groundbreaking exploration of the most promising new ideas for creating the sustainable cities of tomorrow The culmination of a four-year collaborative research project undertaken by leading UK universities, in partnership with city authorities, prominent architecture firms, and major international consultants, Retrofitting Cities for Tomorrow's World explores the theoretical and practical aspects of the transition towards sustainability in the built environment that will occur in the years ahead. The emphasis throughout is on emerging systems innovations and bold new ways of imagining and re-imagining urban retrofitting, set within the context of ‘futures-based’ thinking. The concept of urban retrofitting has gained prominence within both the research and policy arenas in recent years. While cities are often viewed as a source of environmental stress and resource depletion they are also hubs of learning and innovation offering enormous potential for scaling up technological responses. But city-level action will require a major shift in thinking and a scaling up of positive responses to climate change and the associated threats of environmental and social degradation. Clearly the time has come for a more coordinated, planned, and strategic approach that will allow cities to transition to a sustainable future. This book summarizes many of the best new ideas currently in play on how to achieve those goals. Reviews the most promising ideas for how to approach planning and coordinating a more sustainable urban future by 2050 through retrofitting existing structures Explores how cities need to govern for urban retrofit and how future urban transitions and pathways can be managed, modeled and navigated Offers inter-disciplinary insights from international contributors from both the academic and professional spheres Develops a rigorous conceptual framework for analyzing existing challenges and fostering innovative ways of addressing those challenges Retrofitting Cities for Tomorrow's World is must-reading for academic researchers, including postgraduates insustainability, urban planning, environmental studies, economics, among other fields. It is also an important source of fresh ideas and inspiration for town planners, developers, policy advisors, and consultants working within the field of sustainability, energy, and the urban environment.
Cities of Tomorrow and the City to Come
Author: Noah J. Toly
Publisher: Zondervan
ISBN: 0310516021
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 66
Book Description
Each day, the world’s urban population swells by almost 200,000. With every passing week, more than a million people new to cities face unexpected realities and challenges of urban life. Just like the sheer volume of people in the city, these challenges can be staggering. As with the height and breadth of our metropolises, the wonders of urban life can be breathtaking. Like the city itself, the questions and challenges of urban life are both sprawling and pulsing with vitality. As part of Zondervan's Ordinary Theology series, this volume offers a series of Christian reflections on some of the most basic and universal challenges of 21st century urban life. It takes one important dimension of what it means to be human—that human beings are made to be for God, for others, and for creation—and asks, “What are the implications of who God made us to be for how we ought to live in our cities?” This book is intended for Christians facing the riddle of urban creation care, discerning the shape of community life, struggling with the challenges of wealth and poverty, and wondering at the global influence of cities. It is meant for those whose lives and livelihoods are inextricably bound up in the flourishing of their neighborhood and also for those who live in the shadow of cities. Most of all, it is meant for those grappling with the relationship between the cities of tomorrow and the glorious city to come.
Publisher: Zondervan
ISBN: 0310516021
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 66
Book Description
Each day, the world’s urban population swells by almost 200,000. With every passing week, more than a million people new to cities face unexpected realities and challenges of urban life. Just like the sheer volume of people in the city, these challenges can be staggering. As with the height and breadth of our metropolises, the wonders of urban life can be breathtaking. Like the city itself, the questions and challenges of urban life are both sprawling and pulsing with vitality. As part of Zondervan's Ordinary Theology series, this volume offers a series of Christian reflections on some of the most basic and universal challenges of 21st century urban life. It takes one important dimension of what it means to be human—that human beings are made to be for God, for others, and for creation—and asks, “What are the implications of who God made us to be for how we ought to live in our cities?” This book is intended for Christians facing the riddle of urban creation care, discerning the shape of community life, struggling with the challenges of wealth and poverty, and wondering at the global influence of cities. It is meant for those whose lives and livelihoods are inextricably bound up in the flourishing of their neighborhood and also for those who live in the shadow of cities. Most of all, it is meant for those grappling with the relationship between the cities of tomorrow and the glorious city to come.
Pentagram Papers
Author: Pentagram Design
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 9780811855631
Category : Design
Languages : en
Pages : 236
Book Description
Celebrated global design firm Pentagram has produced a series of signature annual documents, known as Pentagram Papers, exclusively for clients and colleagues since 1975. On the occasion of the firm's 35-year anniversary, these quirky and influential Papers are collected here together for the first time. Each Paper explores a unique and curious topic of interest to the Pentagram designersMao buttons, the Savoy ballroom, rural Australian mailboxes, and the pop architecture of Wildwood, New Jersey, have all been featured subjects. Included here are not only in-depth reproductions and detailed discussion of the Papers' origins, but also an exclusive new Paper created especially for the book and set into a tray inside its back cover.
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 9780811855631
Category : Design
Languages : en
Pages : 236
Book Description
Celebrated global design firm Pentagram has produced a series of signature annual documents, known as Pentagram Papers, exclusively for clients and colleagues since 1975. On the occasion of the firm's 35-year anniversary, these quirky and influential Papers are collected here together for the first time. Each Paper explores a unique and curious topic of interest to the Pentagram designersMao buttons, the Savoy ballroom, rural Australian mailboxes, and the pop architecture of Wildwood, New Jersey, have all been featured subjects. Included here are not only in-depth reproductions and detailed discussion of the Papers' origins, but also an exclusive new Paper created especially for the book and set into a tray inside its back cover.
Smart Cities of Today and Tomorrow
Author: Joseph N. Pelton
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 3319958224
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 267
Book Description
Hackers, cyber-criminals, Dark Web users, and techno-terrorists beware! This book should make you think twice about attempting to do your dirty work in the smart cities of tomorrow. Scores of cities around the world have begun planning what are known as “smart cities.” These new or revamped urban areas use the latest technology to make the lives of residents easier and more enjoyable.They will have automated infrastructures such as the Internet of Things, “the Cloud,” automated industrial controls, electronic money, mobile and communication satellite systems, wireless texting and networking. With all of these benefits come new forms of danger, and so these cities will need many safeguards to prevent cyber criminals from wreaking havoc. This book explains the advantages of smart cities and how to design and operate one. Based on the practical experience of the authors in projects in the U.S. and overseas in Dubai, Malaysia, Brazil and India, it tells how such a city is planned and analyzes vital security concerns that must be addressed along the way. Most of us will eventually live in smart cities. What are the advantages and the latest design strategies for such ventures? What are the potential drawbacks? How will they change the lives of everyday citizens? This book offers a preview of our future and how you can help prepare yourself for the changes to come.
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 3319958224
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 267
Book Description
Hackers, cyber-criminals, Dark Web users, and techno-terrorists beware! This book should make you think twice about attempting to do your dirty work in the smart cities of tomorrow. Scores of cities around the world have begun planning what are known as “smart cities.” These new or revamped urban areas use the latest technology to make the lives of residents easier and more enjoyable.They will have automated infrastructures such as the Internet of Things, “the Cloud,” automated industrial controls, electronic money, mobile and communication satellite systems, wireless texting and networking. With all of these benefits come new forms of danger, and so these cities will need many safeguards to prevent cyber criminals from wreaking havoc. This book explains the advantages of smart cities and how to design and operate one. Based on the practical experience of the authors in projects in the U.S. and overseas in Dubai, Malaysia, Brazil and India, it tells how such a city is planned and analyzes vital security concerns that must be addressed along the way. Most of us will eventually live in smart cities. What are the advantages and the latest design strategies for such ventures? What are the potential drawbacks? How will they change the lives of everyday citizens? This book offers a preview of our future and how you can help prepare yourself for the changes to come.
Co-op City's Cooking, Working Tomorrow: Set!
Author: Clifton J. Berry
Publisher: Dorrance Publishing
ISBN: 1434966690
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
Publisher: Dorrance Publishing
ISBN: 1434966690
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
Tomorrow a New World
Author: Paul K. Conkin
Publisher: Cornell University Press
ISBN: 1501741675
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 379
Book Description
During the New Deal, three governmental agencies planned, constructed, and managed about a hundred small communities of various types in all parts of the country, hopefully laying the foundation for a new world of tomorrow—a planned world of co-operation and economic security. Mr. Conkin traces the development and implementation of this complex concept through the minds of many men and the struggles of the different agencies in one of the first detailed histories of a specific New Deal program.
Publisher: Cornell University Press
ISBN: 1501741675
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 379
Book Description
During the New Deal, three governmental agencies planned, constructed, and managed about a hundred small communities of various types in all parts of the country, hopefully laying the foundation for a new world of tomorrow—a planned world of co-operation and economic security. Mr. Conkin traces the development and implementation of this complex concept through the minds of many men and the struggles of the different agencies in one of the first detailed histories of a specific New Deal program.