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Crossings, Noel Brady Jan 2011

Crossings, Noel Brady

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Chapter concentrates on the bridges of Dublin’s river Liffey; their importance to the vitality of the city, its commerce and people. It also highlights the importance of crossings in the city linking and opening up new paths to growth and development.


Smart Development For Brownfields: A Futures Approach Using The Prospective Through Scenarios Method, Dorothy Stewart Jan 2004

Smart Development For Brownfields: A Futures Approach Using The Prospective Through Scenarios Method, Dorothy Stewart

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The technological revolution has resulted in fundamental changes as to how and where people work, live and play in modern day society. This has been coupled with unprecedented growth in certain developed countries and has culminated in the creation of new economies based on service provision. Such change has brought with it challenges commonly associated with unpredicted growth; traffic congestion, urban sprawl, the abandonment of inner cities, poor access to education and a perceived lack of affordable housing. However, people now want fewer hours in traffic and more opportunities to enjoy green space, and housing that is both affordable and …