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Historic Contexts and Early Pioneers in Practice

Discover how early urban pioneers transformed cities for modern life.

Explore how early urban pioneers like Haussmann responded to the challenges of industrial-era cities. Learn how innovations in traffic flow, sanitation, green spaces, and building design transformed Paris and shaped modern urban planning worldwide.

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Introduction to Urban Sustainable Planning and Design

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