The Art of the New Urbanism, Volume 1 - by James Dougherty & Charles Bohl & Victor Dover (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

Offers a stunning visual chronicle of the art of urban transformation

New Urbanism has reshaped how professionals and communities conceptualize and communicate urban design. The movement's visual language--through hand-drawn and digital renderings, master plans, and site illustrations--has played a crucial role in engaging diverse audiences, from policymakers to residents.

The Art of the New Urbanism, Volume 1 (1980-2010) presents a visual archive of the New Urbanism movement's defining works, capturing three decades of transformative urban design. Featuring over 200 meticulously crafted illustrations, this beautifully illustrated volume highlights the artistic and technical evolution of visual storytelling in community planning, architecture, and real estate development.

Beyond their functional purpose, the images in this landmark collection stand as compelling works of art, reflecting the aspirations and principles that have guided the movement. Accompanying essays and commentaries provide in-depth insights into the techniques, processes, and impact of urban design illustration. Throughout the book, the authors highlight the role of visual storytelling in shaping walkable, sustainable communities while offering historical and cultural context on New Urbanism's impact.

Carefully curated by leading practitioners and scholars, The Art of the New Urbanism, Volume 1 (1980-2010):

• Presents the first comprehensive collection of New Urbanist visual works, featuring over 200 high-quality images
• Includes contributions from leading practitioners in architecture, urban design, and planning
• Showcases both hand-drawn and digital renderings, master plans, and site illustrations
• Features never-before-published artworks, many previously only available in a gallery setting
• Provides expert commentary on visual techniques, public engagement, and the evolution of urbanist illustration

A one-of-a-kind exploration of how illustrations serve as both communication tools and compelling works of art, The Art of the New Urbanism, Volume 1 (1980 - 2010) is an essential resource for architects, urban designers, city planners, and real estate developers, as well as graduate and undergraduate courses in urban design, community planning, and sustainable development.

From the Back Cover

Offers a stunning visual chronicle of the art of urban transformation

New Urbanism has reshaped how professionals and communities conceptualize and communicate urban design. The movement's visual language--through hand-drawn and digital renderings, master plans, and site illustrations--has played a crucial role in engaging diverse audiences, from policymakers to residents.

The Art of the New Urbanism, Volume 1 (1980-2010) presents a visual archive of the New Urbanism movement's defining works, capturing three decades of transformative urban design. Featuring over 200 meticulously crafted illustrations, this beautifully illustrated volume highlights the artistic and technical evolution of visual storytelling in community planning, architecture, and real estate development.

Beyond their functional purpose, the images in this landmark collection stand as compelling works of art, reflecting the aspirations and principles that have guided the movement. Accompanying essays and commentaries provide in-depth insights into the techniques, processes, and impact of urban design illustration. Throughout the book, the authors highlight the role of visual storytelling in shaping walkable, sustainable communities while offering historical and cultural context on New Urbanism's impact.

Carefully curated by leading practitioners and scholars, The Art of the New Urbanism, Volume 1 (1980-2010):

• Presents the first comprehensive collection of New Urbanist visual works, featuring over 200 high-quality images
• Includes contributions from leading practitioners in architecture, urban design, and planning
• Showcases both hand-drawn and digital renderings, master plans, and site illustrations
• Features never-before-published artworks, many previously only available in a gallery setting
• Provides expert commentary on visual techniques, public engagement, and the evolution of urbanist illustration

A one-of-a-kind exploration of how illustrations serve as both communication tools and compelling works of art, The Art of the New Urbanism, Volume 1 (1980 - 2010) is an essential resource for architects, urban designers, city planners, and real estate developers, as well as graduate and undergraduate courses in urban design, community planning, and sustainable development.

Review Quotes

"A lovely, inspirational book." Beth Dunlop, former Miami Herald architecture critic

"New Urbanists have long understood the power of art - it's their secret weapon." Emily Talen, University of Chicago

"There is finally a compilation of the full range of visualization approaches at a level of excellence that can only be described as art." Nathan Norris, Principal, CityBuilding Partnership

"This book is a treasure trove!" Ellen Dunham-Jones, author of Retrofitting Suburbia

"This beautiful book is a testament to the remarkable progress of New Urbanism as a critical reform movement." Michael Mehaffey, Executive Director, Lennard Institute/IMCL

"Bottom line: The lessons in this book will make you a better designer, planner, and place maker." Mitchell Silver, former president of the American Planning Association

"This will make anyone who has an interest in the built environment say 'wow, wow, wow'." Robert Steuteville, Director of Publications, CNU

About the Author

James Dougherty, AICP, CNU-A, ASAI, is Principal and Director of Design at Dover, Kohl & Partners Town Planning. A specialist in urban design and visualization, he has dedicated his career to creating walkable, sustainable communities. Dougherty is known for his expertise in hand-drawn and digital illustrations, which have played a critical role in advancing New Urbanist principles.

Charles Christopher Bohl, PhD, is Professor and Tony Goldman Director of the Master in Real Estate Development and Urbanism Program at the University of Miami. He is the author of Place Making: Developing Town Centers, Main Streets, and Urban Villages. He is a noted expert on town centers and mixed-use development, and a key figure in New Urbanism scholarship.

Victor Dover, FAICP, is Founding Principal at Dover, Kohl & Partners Town Planning and co-author of Street Design: The Secret to Great Cities and Towns. A leader in urban design, he has helped shape walkable, sustainable communities across the United States. His work has been recognized with the John Nolen Medal for Contributions to Urbanism and the Seaside Prize.