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"Urban Lovers"
NEWS-LETTER
by
A Vision of Europe
in collaboration with
CIVICARCH - University of Ferrara
  
 
2010 / III
 
THE PROJECT OF THE MONTH
THE COMMERCIAL PLAZA AT THE CULTURAL VILLAGE, DOHA, QATAR
Hadi Simaan, José Cornelio-da-Silva & Nikos A. Salingaros, 2007
Exhibited at the "New Palladians Exhibition", The Prince's Foundation, London, September 2008
Commissioned by the Royal Family of Qatar, the designers had an explicit brief to refer to the Greco-Roman architectural heritage of the Arab-Islamic World (Petra, Gerasa) that eventually gave rise to early Islamic Architecture (Damascus, Mshatta). An extraordinary example of what can really be done using the Classical form language in a completely innovative manner. Employing a combination of natural and industrial materials, it was created genuine urban spaces that tie this complex together using its pedestrian circulation -- a genuine innovation compared to other comparable building complexes designed today. All of this occurs on the human scale, and yet the coherent complexity of the design gives the impression of it being far larger than 3 storeys tall on the average. Traffic flow was determined by its continuity with existing adjoining urban fabric.
 
THE POSTCARD OF THE MONTH
Greetings from Fira
Santorini, Greece
HAVE A NICE SUMMER HOLIDAY
 
THE MONSTER OF THE MONTH


WHY A CHURCH SHOULD LOOK LIKE A REAL CHURCH AND NOT A PHALLIC SYMBOL?
AFTER ALL, WE ARE GENUINE OPEN-MINDED

San Silverio di Chiesanuova , Bologna, Italy
 
THE VIRUS OF THE MONTH

Space Invaders (Type A)

Space Invaders (Type B)
Readers are invited to vote and suggest ideas. Many are the possibilities.
The editing committee is confident that an interesting set of candidatures will emerge.
China periphery
S.O.S
Save Our Souls ..or.. Save Our Suburb ?
NEW URBANISM CHECK-LIST:
Walkability: 0 | Connectivity: 0 | Mixed-Use & Diversity: 0 | Mixed Housing: 0
Quality Architecture & Urban Design: 0 | Neighborhood Structure: 0 | Density: 0
Smart Transportation: 0 | Sustainability: 0 | Quality of Life: 0
 
THE DEMOLITION OF THE MONTH
2009, December 5
destruction des tours du lac de la Zup à Chalon sur Saone
 
THE BOOK OF THE MONTH
New Palladians:
Modernity and Sustainability for 21st Century Architecture
edited by
Alireza Sagharchi and Lucien Steil



Hardcover: 240 pages
Publisher: Artmedia Press (31 May 2010)
Language English
ISBN-10: 1902889126
ISBN-13: 978-1902889122
Product Dimensions: 31 x 24.8 x 2.6 cm
 
THE CONFERENCE OF THE MONTH
NETWORKS FOR MOBILITY
5th International Symposium

Stuttgart, Sept. 30-Oct. 01, 2010
"The Future of Mobility: Necessity, Affordability, and Implementation
Go to Symposium home page
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RAVENNA 2010
subscriptionsopen for this festival/event on waste, water and energy
29 September - 1 October
This 3-days in Ravenna - now at the 3rd edition - is proving as one of the most original events in Italy, based on a format wisely mixing hi-level technical-scientific contents and the nice and particular "scenario" of the historical centre of the city.
- 4 Conferences
- 27 Workshops
- 16 Labmeetings
- 8 Cultural Events
- Environment Award CCIAA
- Labecamp
- Ravenna2010 Preview		 The specific directions of the 2010 event can be summarized through the 4 'IN' objectives:
- INnovation in best practice and technological challenges
- INtegration of knowledge and cultures for an advancement in the waste, water and energy fields;
- Investments for the development of green economies;
- INternationalization, considered as an exchange of knowledge and opportunities
 
THE COMPETITION OF THE MONTH
The primary objective of this project is to promote a debate around the basic theme of life in the community and how improvements can be made.
The International Graphic Competitionis an opportunity for graphic artists from all over the world to express, manifest, symbolize and imagine solutions for a better city capable of improving the lifestyle of its inhabitants.

The competition is open to graphic artists all over the world without limits of age or birth place. Works already presented in other competitions may be sent. The best works of technical and conceptual importance will be selected by the jury. To use graphics to interpret and narrate the concept of a city to the size of man. To improve the quality of the city in order to improve the quality of life.

Sensitive themes:
• Integration of different cultures and religions
• Citizen needs: Youth, Disabled, Children, the Aged, Outcasts
• Technological innovations
• The Community as protagonist
• Interaction between urban areas and nature
• Safety

Learn more: go to AVOE Felicity webpage !
 
THE ADVERTISING OF THE MONTH
Jaguar wants to create and build beautiful fast cars,
and Vittorio Storaro photographer chooses Classical to show it.
 
THE MOVIE OF THE MONTH

Paris, France

Directors: Dominique Farrugia, Arnaud Lemort
Writer: Franck Dubosc (original idea)
Release Date: May 2010 (France)
Genre: Comedy

Cast:
Clovis Cornillac, Virginie Efira, Manu Payet,
Annelise Hesme, Laurence Arne, Shirley Bousquet,
Jonathan Lambert, Laurent Lafitte

watch the trailer !
Plot Summary:
Michel dreams of a perfect meeting with the woman of his dreams, entirely due to chance, as his parents and grandparents experienced. Vincent, Michel's contrast, is completely different. He is more the man of the direct approach and he follows his...! The two childhood friends Michel and Vincent, with completely opposite views when it comes to women, soon discover the limits of their respective techniques when they meet Angèle and Nathalie.
 
MASTERPIECES
OF 20th CENTURY ARCHITECTURE

South Hall, Wheeler Hall and Dwinelle Hall, looking southwest from the Campanile.
Credit: Steve McConnell / UC Berkeley
Courtesy University of California, Berkeley
Source: www.berkeley.edu/photos
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA
Berkeley Campus
http://berkeley.edu/

The Campanile at UC Berkeley, viewed from Memorial Glade.
Credit: Bonnie Azab Powell / UC Berkeley
Courtesy University of California, Berkeley
Source: www.berkeley.edu/photos

Campanile and reflecting pool by Memorial Glade and Doe Library.
Credit: Bonnie Azab Powell / UC Berkeley
Courtesy University of California, Berkeley
Source: www.berkeley.edu/photos

Students enjoy sun and sandwiches at Ludwig's Fountain on Sproul Plaza.
Credit: Steve McConnell / UC Berkeley
Courtesy University of California, Berkeley
Source: www.berkeley.edu/photos

Doe Memorial Library, with the Campanile in the background.
Credit: Steve McConnell / UC Berkeley
Courtesy University of California, Berkeley
Source: www.berkeley.edu/photos
The Valley Life Sciences Building at UC Berkeley, largest building on campus, is home to life sciences classrooms and laboratories.
Credit: Steve McConnell / UC Berkeley
Courtesy University of California, Berkeley
Source: www.berkeley.edu/photos

Bowles Hall, the first residence hall built on campus, has built a rich tradition in its more than 75 years.
Credit: Bonnie Azab Powell / UC Berkeley
Courtesy University of California, Berkeley
Source: www.berkeley.edu/photos

The Greek Theatre, Courtesy University of California, Berkeley
Source: www.berkeley.edu/photos
The Victory Cannon fires on Tightwad Hill above California Memorial Stadium to signal a Cal score.
Credit: Steve McConnell / UC Berkeley
Courtesy University of California, Berkeley
Source: www.berkeley.edu/photos
 
MASTERPIECES
OF 20th CENTURY URBANISM
Turin, Italy
How to beautifully take profit of a grid
 
EDUCATION
INTBAU Scandinavia study your of Berlin, Potsdam and Dresden:
Restoration, reconstruction, new traditional architecture and urbanism
8 - 12 September 2010
You are invited to join us for a tour of three historic German cities: Berlin, Potsdam and Dresden. We will explore the ongoing efforts to repair the damages to the cities' heritage caused by war and post-WWII "urban renewal", and re-introduce European urban design and architectural traditions as models for new development. All guiding will be in English.
The programme includes visits to
- 10 Karl Friedrich Schinkel buildings in three cities,
- the Sanssouci Palace in Potsdam,
- the reconstructed Barock Frauenkirche church and sourrounding New Market quarter in Dresden, and
- Patzschke Architects' new classicist mixed-use buildings in downtown Berlin, including the iconic Adlon Hotel.
Who is it for?
Architects, planners, antiquarians, students, journalists, and anybody else interested in European urbanism and architecture as living traditions.
We already have registrated participants from UK, Sweden, India, Iran, Norway and Germany.

Full programme and registration: http://www.intbau.org
 
SUGGESTED ARTICLES & WEBSITES

Existing Home Sales Fall, Putting More Drag on Economy | www.cnbc.com

China’s urban disease | www.chinadialogue.net (part I) | www.chinadialogue.net-2 (part II)

America in 2050: Urban, Suburban, or Both? | www.fastcompany.com

Mixed-Use Downtown Development Puts Standard Malls’ Tax Yield to Shame | http://citiwire.net

16th Street Mall, Montrose and Trinidad win federal transit grants | www.denverpost.com

Scegliere l'Architettura dove vivere è un diritto fondamentale | Read (ITA)

Of course traditional architecture is better | www.independent.co.uk

Ditching the car in NASCAR country: Charlotte does light rail right | www.grist.org

The Unintended Consequences of Cul-de-sacs | http://hbr.org

Les 10 grands chantiers français - Réalisations - Le Moniteur.fr | www.lemoniteur.fr

Australian Conservation Foundation releases Sustainable Cities Index | www.thefifthestate.com.au

Kjendisarkitekt slakter Munch-planer / Celebrity Architect butchers Munch plans | www.nrk.no
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