{"title":"Anthony Garcia","description":"\u003cp\u003eAnthony Garcia's works explore the intersection of urban environments and cultural dynamics, offering insightful perspectives on the ways public spaces shape community life. His writing delves into innovative approaches to city planning, reflecting a keen understanding of both social patterns and design principles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders will find a thoughtful blend of practical strategies and cultural analysis, making his books a valuable resource for those interested in \u003cem\u003earts, culture\u003c\/em\u003e, and the transformative potential of urban spaces. Garcia's expertise brings a fresh voice to contemporary discussions on how cities evolve.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"tactical-urbanism-by-mike-lydon-9781610915267","title":"Tactical Urbanism","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the twenty-first century, cities worldwide must respond to a growing and diverse population, ever-shifting economic conditions, new technologies, and a changing climate. Short-term, community-based projects—from pop-up parks to open streets initiatives—have become a powerful and adaptable new tool of urban activists, planners, and policy-makers seeking to drive lasting improvements in their cities and beyond. These quick, often low-cost, and creative projects are the essence of the Tactical Urbanism movement. Whether creating vibrant plazas seemingly overnight or re-imagining parking spaces as neighbourhood gathering places, they offer a way to gain public and government support for investing in permanent projects, inspiring residents and civic leaders to experience and shape urban spaces in a new way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eTactical Urbanism\u003c\/i\u003e, written by Mike Lydon and Anthony Garcia, two founders of the movement, promises to be the foundational guide for urban transformation. The authors begin with an in-depth history of the Tactical Urbanism movement and its place among other social, political, and urban planning trends. A detailed set of case studies, from guerilla wayfinding signs in Raleigh, to pavement transformed into parks in San Francisco, to a street art campaign leading to a new streetcar line in El Paso, demonstrate the breadth and scalability of tactical urbanism interventions. Finally, the book provides a detailed toolkit for conceiving, planning, and carrying out projects, including how to adapt them based on local needs and challenges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eTactical Urbanism\u003c\/i\u003e will inspire and empower a new generation of engaged citizens, urban designers, land use planners, architects, and policymakers to become key actors in the transformation of their communities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47995530019052,"sku":"9781610915267","price":79.03,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781610915267-tactical-urbanism.jpg?v=1784897932"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/anthony-garcia.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}