Part story, part atlas - this is a study of a city's complexity. The
most successful cities, the most interesting and sought-after ones, are
those with an intrinsic and distinctive character that remain dynamic
and relevant. They are complex and contradictory. And that is worth
embracing. This is a visual, geographic and narrative journey that
explains why London is the way it is today.
Using stunning maps and artful imagery, it makes a compelling case for a
finer grain understanding of density through a character-based approach
to planning. Each character area is broken down, exploring the
characteristics and character-based development potential. For those
planning and designing projects, this is a reference book for the early
stages of a design project and can help to inform site analyses which
form the part of most architectural commissions and urban design
studies. For lovers of maps and London, it is a must-read.