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This set of flashcards covers key concepts and historical periods related to housing and urban planning, providing definitions crucial for exam preparation.
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Prehistoric Settlements
Nomadic groups established temporary encampments with considerations for terrain, water supply, and safety.
Bronze Age
Period marked by the establishment of the first cities and advanced building techniques, dating back to around 4000BC.
Iron Age
Period characterized by significant advancements in tools and urban planning, around 2000BC.
Medieval Period
Time from 500-1500 AD where towns developed with irregular street patterns and strong church influence.
Renaissance Period
15th-16th century era known for urban design that emphasizes aesthetics, form, and function in planning.
Baroque Period
17th-18th century characterized by the formal placement of civic structures and radiating street patterns.
Megacity
A metropolitan area with a population of over 10 million people, facing unique challenges and opportunities.
Neighborhood Unit
Urban planning concept that focuses on providing local services within a walkable distance, originally suggested by Clarence Perry.
Urban Decentralization
The process where urban growth leads to the spread of cities into surrounding areas, resulting in larger urban agglomerations.
Smart Solutions for Cities
Innovative infrastructure and systems aiming to improve urban living conditions and efficiency in megacities.
The Linear City
Urban planning concept proposed by Arturo Soria y Mata emphasizing elongated urban developments along transport routes.
The Radiant City
Urban design model by Le Corbusier focused on organized zones for living, working, and recreation.
Conurbation
An extended urban area, typically consisting of multiple cities or towns that have merged to form a continuous region.
Gentrification
The process of renovating urban neighborhoods, often leading to higher property values and displacement of lower-income residents.
Public Housing Development
Urban planning initiative in Britain during the late 19th Century to improve living conditions for workers.
Slum Demolition
Urban planning strategy in the 1950s aimed at eradicating informal settlements and enhancing housing standards.
Community Cohesion
The social bonds and level of integration within a community that enhance its stability and resilience.