Post Modern western city Flashcards
1
Q
what do post modern western cities (PMWC) consist of?
A
- urban governance (local scale)
- urban economy
- urban structure (urban form)
2
Q
what does the structure contain?
A
- post modern architecture
- redevelopment
- ethnics diversity
3
Q
What is post modern architecture?
A
- unusual mix of styles and shape
- use of different materials
4
Q
Give an example of post moderne architecture.
A
the shard
Canary Wharf London
5
Q
What does redevelopment consist of?
A
- multi nodal structure
- redevelopment
- fortress developments
- cultural and heritage
- edged cities
6
Q
What is multi nodal structure?
A
- more than a one area with high land value
7
Q
whaat is London’s ethnic diversity like?
A
- white = 60%
- Indian = 6.6%
- Pakistani = 2.7%
- Black African = 8%
- Black Caribbean = 5.2%
8
Q
WHat is the urban governance like?
A
Who runs the city = London = mayor = elected
9
Q
What is bran economy like?
A
Most jobs in the service and quaternary sector 97%
10
Q
what ate the CBD Characteristics
A
- road intersections - accessible
- mixed use developments = work , accessible
- fortress developments = high land value
- cultural and heritage quarters = representation and tourism
