Assignment:
Part 1
Discuss the current practices of using Garden City theory
‘Every few years, someone returns to the ‘Garden City' as a template for future development. But its time is long past.' Is this true? How close is it possible to get to such an ideal in the 21st century? Discuss with comparisons between past and current practice (at least two examples of each). Please answer question in an essay form.
Part 2
Remaking of Cities is impossible or not?
‘Comprehensive remaking of any city is impossible: cities have cultures, networks and resonances that take centuries to develop and can't be tampered with.' Discuss the pros and cons of this statement in relation to planning practices of the last 150 years, with references to mistakes and proven successes.