{"product_id":"9783032474766","title":"Public Art in Sustainable, Livable and Creative Cities","description":"\u003ch1\u003ePublic Art in Sustainable, Livable and Creative Cities\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAvi Friedman | Fanny Sachet\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003ePolitical Science \/ Public Policy \/ City Planning \u0026amp; Urban Development\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book describes the intersection of art and public spaces is becoming more crucial to understand in the social, cultural, and environmental fabric of cities. This book seeks to critically explore and articulate the vital role that public art, in all its unexpected forms, can play in shaping urban environments, fostering social connectivity, and preserving cultural heritage, while addressing contemporary challenges, limitations and potential dangers involved in integrating art within public spaces. The book examines the complex dynamics of art as a catalyst for community engagement, sustainability, and the creation of vibrant, inclusive spaces that come from communities themselves, and reflect the unique identities of urban populations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe core aim of this book is to offer a comprehensive examination of the ways in which public art can contribute to the sustainability of urban life—socially, culturally, and environmentally— acting not merely as a decorative element but a potential powerful tool for placemaking, community building, and cultural preservation. Through detailed analysis and extensive case studies, the book will explore how public art can responsibly and positively contribute to urban landscapes, create spaces for dialogue, and address critical issues such as climate change, social inequality, and cultural disconnection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book addresses the growing recognition of public art's capacity to enhance social cohesion and promote a sense of belonging within diverse communities. It argues that public art, when thoughtfully integrated into urban design, can act as a bridge between past and present, between culture and environment, and between people and place. By engaging with public art, cities can become living museums where history is not just remembered but experienced, where creativity is not confined to galleries but is woven into the daily lives of residents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book aims to fill a gap between urban planning, design, and public policy by providing a framework for understanding the multifaceted role of public art in urban settings, particularly in the realm of sustainability. Through the extensive examination of case studies around the world it will offer practical guidelines for urban planners, architects, and policymakers on how to effectively incorporate public art into their projects, ensuring that it is accessible, inclusive, and net-positive for the communities it is meant to serve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a time when cities are facing unprecedented challenges—ranging from rapid urbanization and environmental degradation to social fragmentation and cultural homogenization—this book proposes that public art can be a powerful response to these issues. By exploring the relationship between art, nature, and public space, the book will demonstrate how creative interventions can foster a deeper connection between urban populations and their environments, promote sustainable practices, and enhance the overall quality of urban life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUltimately, this book aspires to be a resource for those seeking to understand the contemporary potential of public arts contribution to vibrant, resilient and equitable cities. Whether through temporary installations, architectural design, or grassroots artistic expressions, the book will illustrate how public art can play a positive role in the planning of cities that are not only livable but also inspiring, reflective of their cultural heritage, and responsive to the needs and aspirations of their inhabitants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvi Friedman \u003c\/strong\u003ehas been teaching at McGill’s Peter Guo-hua Fu School of Architecture where he co-founded the Affordable Homes Program and is a Full Professor. His research interests focus on factors that influence the urban and sustainable designs. He is the recipient of the Progressive Architecture Research Award, the J.-Armand-Bombardier Prize for Technological Innovation and the Manning Innovation Award of Distinction. He is a practicing architect and the principal of Avi Friedman Consultants, Inc. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFanny Sachet\u003c\/strong\u003e is a writer and multi-disciplinary artist from North Vancouver, BC, originally from Paris, France. Her work spans editorial roles, including contributions to ArtsHelp, where she wrote articles, researched original pitches, and interviewed artists whose work amplifies poignant messages of holistic sustainable development. Specializing in sustainable planning since then, she has been a researcher, contributor and writer at Avi Friedman Consultants, Inc. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublication Date: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 April 2027\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublisher: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpringer Nature Switzerland\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImprint: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpringer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eISBN-13: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9783032474766\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFormat: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardback\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Springer Nature Switzerland","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63772852650124,"sku":"9783032474766","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/lateknightbooks.com\/products\/9783032474766","provider":"Late Knight Books and Services, LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}