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Book Synopsis: Imagine waking up to the gentle noises of the city, and moving through your day with complete confidence that you will get where you need to go quickly and efficiently. Soft City is about ease and comfort, where density has a human dimension, adapting to our ever-changing needs, nurturing relationships, and accommodating the pleasures of everyday life. How do we move from the current reality in most cites—separated uses and lengthy commutes in single-occupancy vehicles that drain human, environmental, and community resources—to support a soft city approach?
In Soft City David Sim, partner and creative director at Gehl, shows how this is possible, presenting ideas and graphic examples from around the globe. He draws from his vast design experience to make a case for a dense and diverse built environment at a human scale, which he presents through a series of observations of older and newer places, and a range of simple built phenomena, some traditional and some totally new inventions.
Sim shows that increasing density is not enough. The soft city must consider the organization and layout of the built environment for more fluid movement and comfort, a diversity of building types, and thoughtful design to ensure a sustainable urban environment and society. Soft City begins with the big ideas of happiness and quality of life, and then shows how they are tied to the way we live. The heart of the book is highly visual and shows the building blocks for neighborhoods: building types and their organization and orientation; how we can get along as we get around a city; and living with the weather. As every citizen deals with the reality of a changing climate, Soft City explores how the built environment can adapt and respond. Soft City offers inspiration, ideas, and guidance for anyone interested in city building. Sim shows how to make any city more efficient, more livable, and better connected to the environment.
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Are you tired of the chaos and inconvenience of city living? Imagine a city that is designed with your comfort and convenience in mind. Introducing Soft City: Building Density for Everyday Life, a groundbreaking book that explores how cities can be transformed into havens of ease and comfort. With its innovative ideas and beautiful visual examples, Soft City will inspire you to rethink the way we build and live in cities.
In Soft City, David Sim, a renowned partner and creative director at Gehl, presents a compelling case for a dense and diverse built environment at a human scale. Gone are the days of lengthy commutes and separated uses that drain our resources. Soft City shows how we can create a city that adapts to our ever-changing needs, nurturing relationships and accommodating the pleasures of everyday life.
This book will open your eyes to the potential of a soft city approach. By considering the organization and layout of the built environment, we can achieve more fluid movement, comfort, and sustainability. From older neighborhoods to innovative inventions, Soft City showcases how increasing density alone is not enough. We must also prioritize thoughtful design, diversity of building types, and a focus on creating a truly livable urban environment.
Discover the building blocks for happier neighborhoods in Soft City. Learn about different building types, their organization and orientation, and how we can enhance social cohesion within the city. Be prepared for all weather conditions as Soft City explores how the built environment can adapt and respond to the challenges of a changing climate.
If you're passionate about city building or simply interested in improving your own community, Soft City is a must-read. Get inspired by the ideas and guidance presented by David Sim and start making a difference. Experience the joy of living in a soft city where efficiency, livability, and environmental connectedness are paramount.
Ready to transform your city? Get your copy of Soft City: Building Density for Everyday Life today and take the first step towards creating a better, more sustainable future for all.
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