This authoritative book offers contributions from leading practitioners and scholars presenting an assessment of the current state of conservation in the UK. It raises concerns about the ambivalence within government towards heritage protection. It considers the need for a clear understanding of the value of architectural heritage; the importance of training; adequate funding for maintenance; and support at a local and community level. It also discusses the role of the amenity societies and provides a useful comparison of the national and regulation driven process operating in the UK with the US local and incentive led approach.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Provocatively ArguedBy CustomerAn incredible and thorough account of a long overlooked history: resource extraction and urban settlement. The author weaves together a fascinating set of new towns built across the South American hinterlands. For all the talk today about redefining relationship between "urban" and "rural"; this book exposes just how long and seriously architects and designers have been experimenting and redefining cities outside major metropolises. Clearly written and provocatively argued; Beyond the City is a must read for anyone interested in how and why models of development are inextricably spatial and political undertakings.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A remarkable overview of architectural and urban projectsBy customerA remarkable overview of architectural and urban projects tied to economies of resource extraction in South America. an elegantly written volume that capably connects architecture and urban planning to historic and contemporary economic; cultural and social challenges.
