Exogenous Factors

What are some examples of exogenous factors that can contribute to the character of a place?

• people

• money and investment

• resources

• ideas

How can people contribute to the character of a place?

• the movement of tourists, workers, migrants, refugees, etc.

• stimulate economic growth

What is a case study example of an area where people contribute to the character of the place?

Germany

How can money and investment contribute to the character of a place?

• trade deals, tax incentives, major events, the movement of businesses, etc.

• influx of capital

What is a case study example of when money and investment have contributed to the character of a place?

London 2012 Olympics

How can resources contribute to the character of a place?

• the availability of raw materials, products, food, water, energy, etc.

• foundation for economic stability

What is a case study example of an area where resources contribute to the character of the place?

South Yorkshire and Derbyshire (mines)

How can ideas contribute to the character of a place?

• influx of entrepeneurs and creative thinkers

• the introduction of innovative businesses

• designers’ fresh perspectives and concepts

What is a case study example of an area where ideas contribute to the character of the place?

Detroit