This paper compares two cases:It relates to the development of new urban sub-centres in China,and the relationship of these sub-centres to‘Network City’theory.As cities move towards more polycentric systems,the case...This paper compares two cases:It relates to the development of new urban sub-centres in China,and the relationship of these sub-centres to‘Network City’theory.As cities move towards more polycentric systems,the case of Potsdamer Platz Berlin,compared to Zhenru Sub-Centre in Shanghai,is discussed.Both are transport-oriented developments promoting mixed-use density and transport-oriented development.According to the documentation by Shanghai municipality,this new urban centre,which is currently in its planning phase,is supposed to become a‘sustainable sub-centre for a growing metropolis.’The author,who has intimate knowledge of the Berlin case,was asked to advice on the Chinese project,based on the Potsdamer Platz experience.After some hesitation,a series of careful recommendations were formulated for the design and development of the Zhenru Sub-Centre,knowing that it is rather difficult to translate from one case to the other.The conclusion includes five recommendations for the urban design of such sub-centres,to ensure a delivery of economical,social and environmental sustainable outcomes.展开更多
Taicang port (31°39’N, 121°12’E), located on the south bank of the Yangtze River in southeastern Jiangsu province, is adjacent to Shanghai city, 53 km from Shanghai business center and 46 km from Shanghai ...Taicang port (31°39’N, 121°12’E), located on the south bank of the Yangtze River in southeastern Jiangsu province, is adjacent to Shanghai city, 53 km from Shanghai business center and 46 km from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. With over 20 kmof deep-water front (water depth 】10 m) and only 100 km from the mouth of the Yangtze River, it is most favored for the development of ocean shipping. In ancient times, the port, known as Liujia port, was located on the mouth of the Liuhe, a smalltributary of the Yangtze River, east of the present port. During the Ming dynasty (1368-1644), it was an important trading port, famous in the Chinese history especially for the fact that the great Chinese navigator of the early Ming dynasty, Mr. Zheng He (late 14th to early展开更多
文摘This paper compares two cases:It relates to the development of new urban sub-centres in China,and the relationship of these sub-centres to‘Network City’theory.As cities move towards more polycentric systems,the case of Potsdamer Platz Berlin,compared to Zhenru Sub-Centre in Shanghai,is discussed.Both are transport-oriented developments promoting mixed-use density and transport-oriented development.According to the documentation by Shanghai municipality,this new urban centre,which is currently in its planning phase,is supposed to become a‘sustainable sub-centre for a growing metropolis.’The author,who has intimate knowledge of the Berlin case,was asked to advice on the Chinese project,based on the Potsdamer Platz experience.After some hesitation,a series of careful recommendations were formulated for the design and development of the Zhenru Sub-Centre,knowing that it is rather difficult to translate from one case to the other.The conclusion includes five recommendations for the urban design of such sub-centres,to ensure a delivery of economical,social and environmental sustainable outcomes.
文摘Taicang port (31°39’N, 121°12’E), located on the south bank of the Yangtze River in southeastern Jiangsu province, is adjacent to Shanghai city, 53 km from Shanghai business center and 46 km from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. With over 20 kmof deep-water front (water depth 】10 m) and only 100 km from the mouth of the Yangtze River, it is most favored for the development of ocean shipping. In ancient times, the port, known as Liujia port, was located on the mouth of the Liuhe, a smalltributary of the Yangtze River, east of the present port. During the Ming dynasty (1368-1644), it was an important trading port, famous in the Chinese history especially for the fact that the great Chinese navigator of the early Ming dynasty, Mr. Zheng He (late 14th to early
