The Brand New Way You Could Make This Place Beautiful: Recollections

By JESSICA STRINGER

The book " The Brand New Way You Could Make This Place Beautiful: Recollections" explores the influence of community and design on our built environment, and it is both inspirational and thought-provoking. The book illustrates how people and communities have worked together to transform unused or abandoned spaces into lovely and dynamic settings that represent the distinct character and values of their citizens. It does this via a series of essays and personal narratives.

Drawing on examples from around the world, the book explores the themes of childhood memories, the power of community, the transformative power of nature, the art of improvisation, the importance of history, the beauty of diversity, the role of design, the spirit of resilience, the power of art, and looking forward to a future where every place is beautiful. Each chapter presents a distinctive viewpoint on the opportunities and difficulties of creating beautiful places, as well as examples of creative and inspiring solutions being used by communities and designers.

Through its engaging and accessible prose, "You Could Make This Place Beautiful: Recollections" invites readers to reflect on their relationship to the built environment, and to consider how they can contribute to creating beautiful and sustainable places that reflect the values and aspirations of their communities. With its emphasis on collaboration, creativity, and community empowerment, the book provides a powerful vision for a future in which every place is a source of pride and delight for its citizens. This book is essential reading for anybody who is worried about the future of our built environment, regardless of whether they are planners, designers, policymakers, or just concerned citizens.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0C5G9ZKVH
• ISBN13: 9798394362323
• Release Date: May 2023
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 46 Pages
• Weight: 0.17 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"