21st Century Retail Centers: Context, Culture and Community

Looking at the shopping center from an architect’s viewpoint, Ronald A. Altoon discusses how the design of the most successful shopping centers reflects the values and culture of the communities in which they exist. Includes examples of shopping centers from many cultures around the world, from Australia to Poland to Saudi Arabia, focusing on the unique elements of each center that are essential to those who shop there. In-depth discussions of design elements that are common to shopping centers worldwide are included along with perspective on sustainability in design.