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OverviewIn this new millennium, given the continued expansion of technology, materials science and telecommunication coupled with development of social and geo-political systems, we can expect the design and shape of our urban environment to change enormously. This book is the result of the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat 6th World Congress: Cities in the Third Millennium, examines the issues which must be addressed if we are to have a common understanding of the forces of change. Experts in architecture, engineering and planning contribute a commentary on the existing condition of urban design, sociology and tall buildings, and expand the boundaries of new construction and engineering technology. These in-depth proceedings, bringing together the world's leading decision makers in urban development, will be essential reading for engineers, architects, planners and others involved with shaping the urban environment of the future. The book includes a free CD-Rom. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Lynn BeadlePublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd Imprint: CRC Press Dimensions: Width: 15.60cm , Height: 3.80cm , Length: 23.40cm Weight: 1.428kg ISBN: 9780415232418ISBN 10: 0415232414 Pages: 784 Publication Date: 22 November 2001 Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Tertiary & Higher Education , Professional & Vocational Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviews'Together, the authors are seeking to shape the city environments for years to come, making the book essential reading for anyone with an interest in the future of urban development.' The Magazine of the American Society of Civil Engineers Author InformationLynn Beadle Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |