High-Rise Building Living in Asian Cities

Book Details

• Publisher: Springer

• Author: Yuen, Belinda

• Language: English

• Edition: Annotated

• ISBN: 9789048197378

• Pages: 195

• Cover: Hardcover

• Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.3 x 0.6 inches

About the Book

High Rise Living in Asian Cities by Belinda Yuen offers an in-depth exploration into one of the most critical and understudied aspects of urban development—high-rise living in the rapidly urbanizing cities of Asia. While architectural and engineering marvels of tall buildings have been extensively documented, this book shifts focus to the social, environmental, legal, and economic dimensions that shape the livability and community experience in these vertical urban spaces.

This annotated edition delves into the phenomenon of high-rise housing amidst the broader backdrop of globalization, sustainable development, and intensifying urban density. With Asian cities like Hong Kong and Singapore leading the world in successful public high-rise housing for over four decades, the book uses these case studies to unravel both the rewards and challenges of vertical living. It evaluates essential factors such as estate management, community planning, legal rights, and design strategies that make high-rise housing both sustainable and livable.

Authored in collaboration with renowned urban researchers and housing professionals, the book brings fresh insights into how the high-rise model, often previously viewed with skepticism, has become a preferred mode of residence offering high levels of satisfaction. High Rise Living in Asian Cities is a timely and essential read for academics, city planners, architects, and policymakers seeking to understand and contribute to the future of urban housing in Asia and beyond.