Reunion and resurgence
Series: Regeneration and Renewal ; 27 September 2002, 19-21(2)Publication details: 2002Subject(s): Summary: Discusses the factors behind Berlin's urban policy and how the UK can learn from its success. Since Berlin reunified in 1989 there has been a great volume of new building, with diversity in architectural style encouraged by architectural competitions. Highlights the redevelopment of the Potsdamer Platz and the Sony Centres as particularly successful urban regeneration projects. Also shows how Berlin is dedicated to tackling social exclusion as demonstrated by Europe's largest housing estate, the Marzahn. Concludes that a key message from Berlin is to treat regeneration and renewal as a fundamental part of the political life of the city.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | ABS66065 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 120341-1001 |
Discusses the factors behind Berlin's urban policy and how the UK can learn from its success. Since Berlin reunified in 1989 there has been a great volume of new building, with diversity in architectural style encouraged by architectural competitions. Highlights the redevelopment of the Potsdamer Platz and the Sony Centres as particularly successful urban regeneration projects. Also shows how Berlin is dedicated to tackling social exclusion as demonstrated by Europe's largest housing estate, the Marzahn. Concludes that a key message from Berlin is to treat regeneration and renewal as a fundamental part of the political life of the city.