Cultural and natural assets in entrepreneur cities : central business district of Singapore


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Briffet C., . and Mackee J., . (2001) Cultural and natural assets in entrepreneur cities : central business district of Singapore. [Proceedings Paper]

Abstract

The planning and design of modern cities is partially dictated by existing natural topography and resources by land use designations and planning controls and by the more ad hoc pursuit of human needs. Socio economic policies normally dictate that development processes be pursued and attainment is viewed as a positive outcome. This paper challenges the status quo in terms of meeting only the perceived economic needs of cities and identifies those benefits which are less tangible and discernable but nevertheless make a major contribution to the quality of life. It reviews a case study where the benefits to be derived from the provision of a linear park and by conserving specific buildings of architectural merit and areas of historic importance are identified. It further argues that the interaction of the built and natural environments is an important issue that should be adressed in the planning design and development of all cities both now and particularly in the future.


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Abstract

The planning and design of modern cities is partially dictated by existing natural topography and resources by land use designations and planning controls and by the more ad hoc pursuit of human needs. Socio economic policies normally dictate that development processes be pursued and attainment is viewed as a positive outcome. This paper challenges the status quo in terms of meeting only the perceived economic needs of cities and identifies those benefits which are less tangible and discernable but nevertheless make a major contribution to the quality of life. It reviews a case study where the benefits to be derived from the provision of a linear park and by conserving specific buildings of architectural merit and areas of historic importance are identified. It further argues that the interaction of the built and natural environments is an important issue that should be adressed in the planning design and development of all cities both now and particularly in the future.

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Item Type: Proceedings Paper
Additional Information: Summary En
AGROVOC Term: URBANIZATION
AGROVOC Term: TOWNS
AGROVOC Term: ENVIRONMENT
AGROVOC Term: ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
AGROVOC Term: LAND USE
AGROVOC Term: ENTERPRISES
AGROVOC Term: PLANNING
AGROVOC Term: URBAN AREAS
AGROVOC Term: DEVELOPMENT PLANS
AGROVOC Term: BIODIVERSITY
Geographical Term: MALAYSIA
Depositing User: Ms. Norfaezah Khomsan
Last Modified: 24 Apr 2025 05:27
URI: http://webagris.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/16463

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