Parks and Recreation System Planning - A New Approach for Creating Sustainable, Resilient Communities (Paperback)

Parks and recreation systems have evolved in remarkable ways over the past two decades. No longer just playgrounds and ballfields, parks and open spaces have become recognised as essential green infrastructure with the potential to contribute to community resiliency and sustainability. To capitalise on this potential, the parks and recreation system planning process must evolve as well. In Parks and Recreation System Planning, David Barth provides a new, step-by-step approach to creating parks systems that generate greater economic, social, and environmental benefits. Barth first advocates that parks and recreation systems should no longer be regarded as isolated facilities, but as elements of an integrated public realm. Each space should be designed to generate multiple community benefits. Next, he presents a new approach for parks and recreation planning that is integrated into community-wide issues. Chapters outline each step, evaluating existing systems, implementing a carefully crafted plan, and more, necessary for creating a successful, adaptable system. Throughout the book, he describes initiatives that are creating more resilient, sustainable, and engaging parks and recreation facilities, drawing from his experience consulting in more than 100 communities across the U.S. Parks and Recreation System Planning meets the critical need to provide an up-to-date, comprehensive approach for planning parks and recreation systems across the country. This is essential reading for every parks and recreation professional, design professional, and public official who wants their community to thrive.

General

Imprint:	Island Press
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	July 2020
Authors:	David Barth
Dimensions:	229 x 152 x 17mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	288
ISBN-13:	978-1-61091-933-3
Categories:	Books > Arts & Architecture > Architecture > Architectural structure & design Books > Arts & Architecture > Architecture > Landscape art & architecture > City & town planning - architectural aspects Books > Business & Economics > Industry & industrial studies > Service industries > Sport & leisure industries Promotions
LSN:	1-61091-933-5
Barcode:	9781610919333

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