The city of Birmingham offers a particularly rich case study on urban regeneration as it strives to build a new city image. Positioned between decline and regeneration; the landscape of the city and its environs collages old and new; producing dramatic contrasts - of industrial and post-industrial urbanisms of crumbling brutalism and spectacular flagship developments; of Victorian housing and diverse cultural lifestyles - that compound the aesthetic and socio-economic means of regeneration. This visually exciting book also reflects upon and extends current debates about public space; cultural zoning and the futures of cities.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. An ok book for clip art; not so great for stencilsBy LarissaI agree with the other reviewer who said the designs in this book do not translate easy to stencils. Unlike a lot of other Dover books that are also intended for stencils; this one has a lot of designs in grey scale. The user is left with the task of determining which parts to cut out and that isnt simple because of the intertwining nature of Art Nouveau design. This book is ok for clip art or design reference; not so great for stencils.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Whats not to love?By Marianna BroughI love Art Nouveau with its boundless creativity; organic forms; darkness; and exuberance.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Nice Stencil BookBy wildsolutesI really love Art Nouveau. This is a good book. I just wish it had more stencils but it has enough to certainly get started on a project.