New urban landscape Flashcards
What are mixed use developments?
Redeveloped areas in the city centre used for retailing, residences and offices
Why are there mixed use developments?
- response to deindustrialised and online shopping
- make city centre more attractive
give an example of a mixed use development.
St Peter’s square Leicester
Westfields London
What are cultural and heritage quarters
distinct parts of the city that follow a theme
Why are there cultural and exit age quarters?
History of the city and leisure (museums) tourism
Give examples of a cultural and heritage area.
Buckingham palace London
What are fortress developments?
Safe, secure areas
What are in fortress developments?
Surveillance, physical security,
Give an example of a fortress development.
US Embassy London
What are gentrified areas?
Improvements made to physical characteristics of an area
Where does gentrification usually happen?
Inner city
What can gentrification effect?
- social tension
- economic inequality
- social segregation/inequality
- liveability
Give an example of gentrification.
Notting hill London
What are edge cities?
Self contained settlements
Where are edge cities usually located?
Accessible locations (motorways/airports)
