Category Archives: urban morphology

Urban Forms: Evolution and Future City Planning

Posted on April 15, 2020 by Rashid Faridi

Urban spaces are pretty important part of human history. Kinds of Urban Forms Cities are loud. They are crowded. Parking is expensive. So, why do so many love them? Regardless of your personal feelings, urban centers have been of tremendous … Continue reading →

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Umland: Concept and Overview

Posted on April 2, 2020 by Rashid Faridi

The area linked socially and economically to an urban settlement has been given various names. Some geographers have adopted the German term ‘Hinterland’ meaning thereby the region served by a port. In America, it is known as ‘Sphere of Influence’. … Continue reading →

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10 Reasons to Focus on tier II Cities

Posted on March 28, 2020 by Rashid Faridi

Cities around the world are increasingly becoming the main drivers of trade, investment and local economic development.  However, not enough attention is being paid to the fastest-growing urban areas of all, and the ones with the greatest potential to shape … Continue reading →

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URBAN FABRIC: The Concept

Posted on March 24, 2020 by Rashid Faridi

The urban fabric is the physical form of towns and cities. Like textiles, urban fabric comes in many different types and weaves.  COARSE GRAIN Coarse grain urban fabric is like burlap: rough, large-scale weaves that are functional, but not usually … Continue reading →

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