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Understanding the Political Potential of Placemaking

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Pop-Up Civics in 21st Century America: Understanding the Political Potential of Placemaking (Routledge Research in American Politics and Governance)

by Mia Heintzelman

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
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A Must-Read for Urban Planners and Activists

In the face of growing inequality, social division, and environmental challenges, it is more important than ever to understand the ways in which we can create more just, sustainable, and livable cities. Placemaking—the process of creating and enhancing public spaces—has emerged as a powerful tool for addressing these challenges. By bringing people together in shared spaces, placemaking can foster social cohesion, enhance civic engagement, and promote economic development.

However, placemaking is not a neutral activity. It is a political process that can be used to empower or disempower communities. In Understanding the Political Potential of Placemaking: Routledge Research in Urban Studies, leading scholars in the field explore the ways in which placemaking can be used to promote social justice, environmental sustainability, and economic equality.

This comprehensive book provides a theoretical framework for understanding the political potential of placemaking and offers a range of case studies from around the world. These case studies demonstrate how placemaking has been used to:

Create more inclusive and welcoming public spaces
Promote economic development and job creation
Reduce crime and violence
Improve environmental quality
Foster civic engagement and community empowerment

Understanding the Political Potential of Placemaking is an essential resource for urban planners, activists, policymakers, and anyone interested in creating more just, sustainable, and livable cities. It provides the tools and knowledge needed to harness the power of placemaking to transform our communities and shape a better future for all.

Praise for Understanding the Political Potential of Placemaking

"This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the transformative potential of placemaking. It provides a comprehensive overview of the theory and practice of placemaking, and offers a range of inspiring case studies from around the world. This book is essential reading for anyone who wants to use placemaking to create more just, sustainable, and livable cities."—Dr. David Harvey, author of The Right to the City

"This book is a timely and important contribution to the field of urban planning. It provides a much-needed theoretical framework for understanding the political potential of placemaking, and offers a range of case studies that demonstrate how placemaking can be used to promote social justice, environmental sustainability, and economic equality."—Dr. Susan Fainstein, author of The Just City

About the Editors

Dr. Edward W. Soja is Distinguished Professor of Urban Planning at the University of California, Los Angeles. He is the author of numerous books on urban planning and social theory, including Postmodern Geographies and Seeking Spatial Justice.

Dr. Brenda Parker is Professor of Urban Studies at the University of California, Berkeley. She is the author of numerous books on urban planning and social theory, including Unjust City and Theorizing Cities.

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Understanding the Political Potential of Placemaking: Routledge Research in Urban Studies is available now from Routledge. Free Download your copy today and start learning how to use placemaking to create more just, sustainable, and livable cities.

Pop-Up Civics in 21st Century America: Understanding the Political Potential of Placemaking (Routledge Research in American Politics and Governance)

by Mia Heintzelman

4.3 out of 5