This is a pioneering study of how traditional towns and cities were
conceived, organized, and developed over long periods of time
following simple rules that were based on religious and ethical
values. Sources were used that date back to the fourteenth century
and earlier. Although the study is embedded in the Arab-Islamic
culture of North Africa and the Middle East, its implications are
universal particularly in light of scientific discoveries of
natural processes and the underlying principles of complexity
theory and the processes that bring about emergence. Generative
processes that shaped urban form are clearly demonstrated in the
book. The study also sheds light on the implications of
responsibility allocation to the various parties who are involved
in the development process and the resulting patterns of
decision-making that affect change and growth in the built
environment. All of these issues are of significance when trying to
understand the concepts that relate to various aspects of
sustainability, the future potential of eco-cities, and the nature
of policies and programs that are required for the immediate
present and for the future. This work is a major contribution for
enhancing the theories and practice of urban planning and design.
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