New Ideals In The Planning Of Cities, Towns And Villages (1919)

""New Ideals In The Planning Of Cities, Towns And Villages"" is a book written by John Nolen in 1919. The book is a comprehensive guide to urban and rural planning, outlining new and innovative ideas that could be implemented in the development of cities, towns, and villages. Nolen was a prominent urban planner who believed in the importance of creating functional and aesthetically pleasing communities that would enhance the quality of life for their residents. The book covers a wide range of topics related to urban planning, including the design of streets, parks, and public spaces, the layout of residential neighborhoods, the provision of public services such as transportation and sanitation, and the use of zoning and land use regulations to guide development. Nolen also discusses the importance of community involvement in the planning process, emphasizing the need for collaboration between planners, developers, and residents to ensure that the needs and desires of all stakeholders are considered.Throughout the book, Nolen provides examples of successful planning projects from around the world, highlighting the principles and strategies that led to their success. He also includes numerous illustrations and diagrams to help readers visualize his ideas and concepts.Overall, ""New Ideals In The Planning Of Cities, Towns And Villages"" is a seminal work in the field of urban planning, offering a wealth of insights and inspiration for planners, architects, and policymakers seeking to create livable, sustainable, and equitable communities.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.