INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF NOVEL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT International Peer Reviewed & Refereed Journals, Open Access Journal ISSN Approved Journal No: 2456-4184 | Impact factor: 8.76 | ESTD Year: 2016
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The Death and Life of Great American Cities" is a seminal work by urbanist Jane Jacobs, published in 1961. In it, Jacobs critiques the prevailing urban planning theories of her time, particularly those that favored large-scale redevelopment projects and urban renewal efforts. She argues that these approaches often destroy the intricate social fabric and vitality of neighborhoods.
Jacobs proposes a new vision for urban planning, emphasizing the importance of mixed-use development, short blocks, and dense, diverse urban environments. She celebrates the vibrancy of neighborhoods characterized by a variety of building types, ages, and uses, where residents can interact and form strong social bonds.
The book's abstract would encapsulate Jacobs's argument that successful cities are not the product of top-down planning but emerge organically from the interactions of their inhabitants. It highlights her call for a more human-centered approach to urban planning that prioritizes the needs and experiences of local communities.
This study provides a deep understanding of the ideology and philosophy of Jane Jacob which will help architects to absorb the knowledge for progressive practices.
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(Keywords- Jane Jacob, the death and life of great American cities, vitality, case study, walkability, mix used development, street, neighborhood)
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"Jane Jacobs’ Ideology And Philosophy In The Book “The Death And Life Of Great American Cities”", International Journal of Novel Research and Development (www.ijnrd.org), ISSN:2456-4184, Vol.9, Issue 3, page no.f843-f848, March-2024, Available :http://www.ijnrd.org/papers/IJNRD2403596.pdf
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