Urban Structure in Hot Arid Environments Strategies for Sustainable Development

This essential reference guide to strategies and solutions for urban planning in hot arid environments reflects the journey toward many cities, towns and villages in Iran, which are documented and presented in the form of case studies and comparative analysis. It is the outcome of extensive research...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Tavassoli, Mahmoud
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Cham Springer International Publishing 2016, 2016
Edition:1st ed. 2016
Series:The Urban Book Series
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Collection: Springer eBooks 2005- - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
Table of Contents:
  • Part I: Influence of Historical Factors
  • Ancient City Structure and its Transformation in Islamic Period
  • Urban Structure in Islamic Territories
  • Iranian Cities in Islamic Period, the Middle Ages
  • Typical Historical Cities
  • Urban Form and Architecture in the Hot Arid Zone of Iran
  • Utilization of Natural Energy
  • Case Study 1
  • Case Study 2
  • Case Study 3
  • Case Study 4