Aim
To give knowledge about urban renewal and the methods necessary for accomplishment of urban renewal processes.

To understand the difference in comparison to new development, and the considerations and changes in the existing environment that urban renewal brings.

Knowledge and understanding
For a passing grade the student must

• be able to analyse the different types of existing structures that together define how the city works

• be able to relate the analysis to current methods and strategies in the area of urban renewal

• be able to interpret and analyse texts about urban renewal and its methods

Skills and abilities
For a passing grade the student must

• formulate criteria for renewal of urban areas

• work out a proposal for renewal of an urban area

• describe the proposal with plans, drawings and in writing

• orally and visually be able to communicate ones project

Judgement and approach
For a passing grade the student must

• be able to value the conditions for urban renewal

• show ability to with a comprehensive view take into account relevant scientific, social and ethical aspects in the judgement

Contents

• Methods in urban renewal

• Theories in urban renewal

• Connection in and between areas

• Qualities of movement in urban environment

• Design of public spaces

• Mix of uses

• Conditions for life in the city

• Quality in urban design

• Cities’ building structures

• Sustainable urban design

• Group exercises

• Group critiques

• Literature studies and seminars

• Lectures

• general theoretical background about what urban renewal can consist of

• project work

Literature
Compendium in town renewal and urban planning.
Gehl, J. Gemzöe, L. 1996. Public Spaces, Public Life
A series of books from Stadsmiljörådet on the issues of urban design and planning and town renewal 1991-2001.