Introduction to Space Syntax in Urban Studies

This open access textbook is a comprehensive introduction to space syntax method and theory for graduate students and researchers. It provides a step-by-step approach for its application in urban planning and design. This textbook aims to increase the accessibility of the space syntax method for the...

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Main Authors: van Nes, Akkelies (Author), Yamu, Claudia (Author)
Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: Cham : Springer International Publishing : Imprint: Springer, 2021.
Edition:1st ed. 2021.
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Table of Contents:
  • Introduction: Urban Space as a Generator for Societal Processes
  • Chapter 1: Introduction to the relevant spatial units
  • Chapter 2: Spatial Relationships: Measuring integration and potential through movement.-Chapter 3: Orientation and Wayfinding: Measuring visibility
  • Chapter 4: Private and Public space: Measuring the relation between buildings and streets
  • Chapter 5: Linking Space Syntax to Socio-Economic Data
  • Chapter 6: Space Syntax's Contribution to the Discourse in Urban Theory
  • Chapter 7: Make the Urban Work: Application of Space Syntax in international research and practice
  • Chapter 8: Get Started: How to undertake a Space Syntax analysis
  • Chapter 9: Space Syntax Glossary and Useful Literature.