True West: Authentic Development Patterns for Small Towns and Rural Areas

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Planners Press, 2003 - Architecture - 233 pages

Millions of Americans are moving west, attracted by big skies, majestic scenery, abundant wildlife, and a romantic past. Unfortunately, many developments built to accommodate these newcomers flout the landscape and ignore local traditions threatening the very qualities that make the West beautiful and unique. It is not too late to prevent more damage and preserve the best of the West for future generations. True West translates the key elements of authentic Western development patterns-drawn from Native American, Spanish, and early American settlements-into design guidelines for expansion and new development. Comprehensive case studies examine contemporary developments that embrace historic patterns and harmonize with the landscape.True West is an exceptional resource for Western Planners and elected officials who are committed to ensuring growth that respects the region's distinctive character and natural environment.

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... Santa Fe County , New Mexico : Growth Management Plan RANCHO VIEJO 1-25 RANCHO VIEJO Santa Fe Geographical , Climatic , and Social Setting Santa Fe County is located in the north central portion of New Mexico along the convergence of ...
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... Santa Fe County Jack Kolkmeyer CONTACTS 102 Grant Ave. , P.O. Box 276 , Santa Fe , NM 87504 ( 505 ) 986-6336 www.co.santa-fe.nm.us Rancho Viejo de Santa Fe Bob Taunton ( 505 ) 983-6921 www.ranchoviejo.com Design Workshop Faith Okuma ...
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Contents

Rural Architecture and Site Elements
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PostWorld War II Development and the Challenge We Face Today
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Contemporary Development Cases
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TitleTrue West: Authentic Development Patterns for Small Towns and Rural Areas
AuthorsChristopher J. Duerksen, James Van Hemert
Editionillustrated
PublisherPlanners Press, 2003
Original fromthe University of Michigan
DigitizedNov 8, 2007
ISBN1884829805, 9781884829802
Length233 pages
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Architecture / Urban & Land Use Planning
Business & Economics / Economic Conditions
Political Science / Public Policy / City Planning & Urban Development
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