Examining the growth of cities and the problems they face today, this book summarizes the action needed to regress the decline. It examines the following: commercial redevelopment; industrial parks; re-use of existing buildings; the role of public transport; inner-city housing; neighbourhood conservation; housing co-operatives and self-build; environmental improvement; the funding and organization of redevelopment programmes; the role of the architect, entrepreneur and the public authorities; and the need for coherent vision and planning. The cities covered include: London, Birmingham, Glasgow, Sheffield, Manchester, Newcastle, Bristol, Nottingham, Hull, Dublin, New York, Boston, Washington, Vancouver, Ontario, Paris, Berlin, Hamburg, Rotterdam, Genoa, Bologna, Copenhagen, Helsinki, Barcelona and Sydney.

Urban Regeneration

Politics & Social Sciences

Colquhoun, Ian

Social Sciences

Trafalgar Square Publishing

Here is a book about the practical design of communities and housing in which people can enjoy a good quality of life, free from crime and fear of crime. Recognising that crime, vandalism and anti-social behaviour are issues of high public concern, and that the driving forces behind crime are numerous, this book argues that good design can help tackle many of these issues. It shows how, through integrating simple crime prevention principles in the design process, it is possible, almost without notice, to make residential environments much safer. Written from the perspective of an architect and town planner, this book offers practical design guidelines through a set of accessible case studies drawn from the UK, USA, The Netherlands and Scandinavia. Each example illustrates how success comes when design solutions reflect local characteristics and where communities are truly sustainable; where residents feel they belong, and where crime is dealt with as part of the bigger picture of urban design. * A practical guide to the creation of secure spaces through design * Accessible narrative shows examples of best practice internationally * 100 plans and drawings describe how to create a safer built environment through architecture and urban design

Design Out Crime

Routledge

Over three-quarters of the world's population live in cities where the need for affordable urban housing of good design is vital to the quality of urban living. Zhou and Colquhoun look at a wide variety of solutions to this urban design problem showing that understanding of the important design principles is a basic requirement of sustainable housing in the future.The authors discuss the whole range of different housing types, from an international perspective, approaching both 'concave' housing, such courtyard design, and 'convex' housing including tower blocks.They discuss the famous argument at the beginning of the 20th century between P. Berlage and Le Corbusier that focused on open environment and closed environment. Zhou classifies living environment into two types, "concave" and "convex". In concave housing layouts, dwellings are grouped around closed, secure environments such as courtyards. This form of layout is most successful with inward looking living space. Convex forms of housing look out to an open environment, as do tower blocks. * Technical drawings, photographs and basic data on the world's most influential housing schemes* An inspirational reference book for those involved in the design and execution of housing schemes across the world * International case studies demonstrate a range of working solutions

Urban Housing Forms

Science & Math

Zhou, Jingmin

Environment

RIBA Book of British Housing Design looks at the design solutions developed during the 20th and the 21st centuries, and illustrates over 200 of the most successful projects. It provides an overview of the evolution of housing development, and includes present day schemes and estate regeneration as well as special sections on housing in Scotland and Northern Ireland. The photographs and plans of historic and contemporary projects can be used to show design approaches to clients, committees and, in the case of regeneration, with local communities. Looking back into history will indicate which design approaches have been successful.This fully updated 2nd edition includes a new chapter on the development of design concepts and projects built since 1999. It illustrates current trends that have been developing since the turn of the new century, and emphasises the concept of creating sustainable communities. The use of colour photographs adds a new dimension to the first edition in making it possible to appreciate more readily the materials used in the design of the housing and its environment. * A valuable sourcebook for this booming industry* A comprehensive history of housing from 1900 to the present day* A unique, reference, presented in full colour

RIBA Book of British Housing

Arts & Photography

Architecture

Here is a book about the practical design of communities and housing in which people can enjoy a good quality of life, free from crime and fear of crime.Recognising that crime, vandalism and anti-social behaviour are issues of high public concern, and that the driving forces behind crime are numerous, this book argues that good design can help tackle many of these issues. It shows how, through integrating simple crime prevention principles in the design process, it is possible, almost without notice, to make residential environments much safer.Written from the perspective of an architect and town planner, this book offers practical design guidelines through a set of accessible case studies drawn from the UK, USA, The Netherlands and Scandinavia. Each example illustrates how success comes when design solutions reflect local characteristics and where communities are truly sustainable; where residents feel they belong, and where crime is dealt with as part of the bigger picture of urban design.

2013 is the 130th anniversary of the Battle of Shaykan, the Sudanese people's great victory over their British-led Egyptian-Ottoman occupiers' army, a victory which was part of the first modern jihad, which eventually saw The Sudan become the only African country to win its freedom from colonial oppression by force of arms alone. 2015 is the 130th anniversary of the Battle of Abu Klea and the fall of Khartoum. 2018 is the 120th anniversary of The Sudan's re-conquest by Anglo-Egyptian forces at the Battle of Omdurman. This swashbuckling novel is set against the backdrop of these pivotal events, events which share many similarities with current 'Western' interventions in the Middle-East. A revamping of the old style frontier yarns - filled with bullets, swords, bayonets, politics and courage.

Jihad! Battle for The Sudan

History

Africa

lulu.com

A tale of courage, war, lust, defiance and honour, set against the backdrop of the most heroic last-stand action in military history. A Scotsman and his Irish friend, both of whom are on the run from Edinburgh, fleeing both justice and injustice, find themselves in Mexico as soldiers in France's Foreign Legion, seeking redemption under arms. This is how history was made. A stirring, fast-paced, enthralling historical novel, with beautiful original artwork provided by May Yang, Martin Symmers, Chris Wainwright and John Colquhoun."

Le Boudin: The Demons of Camerone: ""

Europe

Hibernian FC On This Day revisits the most memorable moments from the club's rollercoaster past, mixing in a maelstrom of quirky anecdotes and legendary characters to produce an irresistibly dippable Hibernian diary—with entries for every day of the year. From Hibernian's foundation as a club for Edinburgh's Irish community, through to the SPFL era, the Hibs faithful have witnessed triumphs, promotions, and relegations, breathtaking cup runs, and European nights—all featured here. Timeless greats such as Joe Baker, Eddie Turnbull and Pat Stanton, Gordon Rae, Franck Sauzee and Derek Riordan loom larger than life. Revisit March 18th, 2007 when Hibs won the League Cup at Hampden. September 27th, 1972: The 6-1 demolition of Sporting Lisbon at Easter Road! Recall January 1st, 1996, when Hibs beat Hearts in the derby days after being mauled by Rangers at Ibrox—and the unforgettable 4-3 Scottish Cup win against Celtic on March 8th, 1986!

Hibernian FC On This Day: History, Facts & Figures from Every Day of the Year

Sinnet, Bobby

Reference

Pitch Publishing Ltd

From near-extinction to cup-final triumph, this is the story of the team which is remembered by Hibs fans as 'the team that would not die'. From Oblivion to Hampden is the tale of one of the most remarkable cup runs in Scottish football history, as Hibernian Football Club, having survived a hostile takeover by city rivals Hearts in 1990, a dreadful season in 1990/91 and summer spent in administration in 1991, bounced back from the brink of death to fight their way to Hampden glory a few months later. It was a courageous and memorable cup run that nobody, not even Hibs' most optimistic fan, could have envisaged a few months prior to the final. The story begins with the club's attempt to emulate the glory days of previous decades via an ill-fated experiment on the stock exchange in the late 1980s and culminates in the unexpected triumph which followed. With a foreword by Hibs statistician Bobby Sinnet and exclusive interviews with cup heroes Keith Wright, Tommy McIntyre and Mickey Weir, as well as an interview with Sir Tom Farmer and input from current board members, this book examines a crucial period in history at Easter Road.

From Oblivion to Hampden: Hibs Heroes of 1991

Sports & Outdoors

Soccer

The Hibs are Here: Miller to Millennium

Miscellaneous

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Urban Regeneration

Design Out Crime

Urban Housing Forms

RIBA Book of British Housing

Design Out Crime

Jihad! Battle for The Sudan

Le Boudin: The Demons of Camerone: ""

Hibernian FC On This Day: History, Facts & Figures from Every Day of the Year

From Oblivion to Hampden: Hibs Heroes of 1991

The Hibs are Here: Miller to Millennium