4.241J | Spring 2013 | Graduate

Theory of City Form

Video Lectures

Lec 3: Normative Theory II: The City as Machine

Description: This lecture covers the machine model, characterized by visual economy, decentralization, and urbanizing at low costs. Comparisons are drawn between the cosmic model, with examples including colonial expansion in Greece, Roman cities, and French bastides.

Instructor: Julian Beinart

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Spring 2013
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