before class (22 oct)
 Ms.Diana..she asked us to read article or journal about new techonology for urban design..

In the early 21st century, more people than ever before live in urban areas. Accelerating urban migration is one of the great challenges of our time and unchecked haphazard urbanization is a serious threat both to the environment and to social and economic balance. To meet global sustainability targets, rapid urban growth must be channelled into environmentally friendly, inclusive and livable urban environments. High quality urban design plays a key role in creating these sustainable cities.

sustainable urban design results from the creative and innovative merging of ecologic, economic, cultural and social aspects of sustainability into urban form. sustainable urban design also requires a thorough understanding of the social, cultural and ecological context. Sustainable urban design appreciates the importance of creating carefully designed, humane and inclusive urban environments.