Open Spaces in Large Housing Estates : The Green Superblock in Tbilisi.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Engel, Barbara.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource (219 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Bielefeld : transcript Verlag, 2026.

Summary:

Vazha-Pshavela is one of the largest housing estates in Tbilisi, Georgias capital city.The estate has various types of open spaces that offer a diverse range of features and uses.The contributors to this volume present the broader context of the district, explaining its historical development and current situation.

Contents:

Cover

Contents

1. Open Spaces in a modernist neighborhood

2. Context of Vazha-Pshavela Block VI

Introduction

2.1 Historical Development

2.2 Current Situation - Challenges and Perspectives

3. Typologies and Transformations

3.1 Streets and Parking

3.1.1 Main Streets

3.1.2 Collector Streets

3.1.3 Local Streets

3.1.4 Pedestrian and Bike Paths

3.1.5 Parking Lots

3.2 Yards, Entrance Areas, and Private Gardens

3.2.1 Yards Associated with a Building

3.2.2 Yards between Buildings and Streets

3.2.3 Dwelling Entrance Areas

3.2.4 Store Entrance Areas

3.2.5 Private and Allotment Gardens

3.3 Parks, Sports and Play Facilities, and Communal Spaces

3.3.1 Landscape Parks

3.3.2 Sports Fields and Neighborhood Parks

3.3.3 Communal Meeting Spaces

3.3.4 Urban Agriculture and Brownfields

3.3.5 Playgrounds and Spaces with Sport Facilities

4. Conclusion and Outlook

Glossary

Contributors

Authors.

Notes:

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ISBN:

9783839470459