Privately Owned Public Space: The New York City Experience

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Book Synopsis: Hailed by the Wall Street Journal as a "juicy little time bomb of a book", Privately Owned Public Space: The New York City Experience examines for the first time, New York City's 39-year mixed experience with the production of more than 500 plazas, parks, and atriums located on private property yet by law accessible to and usable by the public. Until now, comprehensive, systematic knowledge about this vast collection of public spaces has not existed, either for experts or members of the public. To remedy this gap, Harvard University professor Jerold S. Kayden, The New York City Department of City Planning, and The Municipal Art Society of New York have joined forces to research and write Privately Owned Public Space: The New York City Experience. Through words, photographs, scaled site plans, maps, and analysis of newly assembled data, they examine history, law, design, and use of the city's privately owned public spaces. Each of the more than 500 spaces is individually discussed to provide far-reaching comparative information about this unique category of public space. In reading this book, designers, planners, lawyers, and academics will gain greater understanding about the possibilities and problems inherent in the design, management, and enforcement of privately owned public space. Public officials, private owners, and civic group representatives will learn more about their roles in ensuring public access and vitality of such spaces. Individuals will discover where New York City's public spaces are located and what amenities they offer. Everyone will comprehend more completely the contribution that privately owned public space can make toward open and attractive cities in which all individuals have access to a diversity of public places.

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Looking for a fascinating read that shines a light on a hidden gem of New York City? Look no further than Privately Owned Public Space: The New York City Experience. This groundbreaking book takes you on an unforgettable journey through the city's 39-year experiment with privately owned public spaces. From plazas to parks to atriums, these hidden treasures are accessible to the public by law, yet many people are unaware of their existence. But now, thanks to this comprehensive work by Harvard University professor Jerold S. Kayden and esteemed organizations like The New York City Department of City Planning and The Municipal Art Society of New York, we finally have an insider's guide to these remarkable spaces.

Beautifully illustrated with stunning photographs, scaled site plans, and detailed maps, this book immerses you in the history, law, design, and use of New York City's privately owned public spaces. Each of the 500 spaces is meticulously discussed, providing you with invaluable comparative information. Whether you're a designer, planner, lawyer, or academic, this book offers a wealth of insights into the possibilities and challenges of designing, managing, and enforcing privately owned public space. And if you're a public official, private owner, or civic group representative, this book will help you understand your role in ensuring public access and the vitality of these spaces.

But Privately Owned Public Space: The New York City Experience is not just for experts and professionals. It's for anyone who wants to explore New York City's public spaces and discover the amenities they offer. Whether you're a local looking for a new spot to relax or a visitor eager to dive into the city's unique culture, this book will be your ultimate guide. Prepare to be captivated by the contribution these spaces make towards open and attractive cities, where everyone has access to a diverse range of public places.

Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind opportunity to uncover the secrets of New York City's hidden public spaces. Order your copy of Privately Owned Public Space: The New York City Experience today and start your adventure into the heart of the city's vibrant public life. Visit our website now to place your order.

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