The intent of this thesis is to understand recent developments in the realm of Architecture and Urban Design Theory and, to demonstrate how these developments, hereafter referred to as 'theories', can be applied to resolving a number of problems facing our cities today, for example, how we can make our city centres more livable. Hence the concern w . . .

The purpose of this practicum is to present an alternative to the over reliance on physical and cultural traditions that shape present urban park landscape design. These traditional approaches are based on the philosophical, reIigious, economic and scientific beliefs that Western man has developed since the Scientific Revolution. Their major emphas . . .

This practicum intends to analyze the existing situation, review community plans, to produce a summary of issues and recommendations which will assist the residents in achieving their primary goal which is to strengthen the residential character of the neighbourhood. The study area, North St. Boniface, falls within the larger district of St. Bonifa . . .

The purpose of this practicum is to introduce the reader to the many ways edible plants can be used to enhance the residential landscape. It is intended that the homeowner will discover that food crops can be grown using space and resources efficiently within a pleasing and functional design. . . .

The principal objective of this comprehensive study is to examine the alternatives and possibilities for the future redevelopment of the C.N. Fort Rough Yards in Winnipeg. Inherent in the study process is the examination of the historic growth processes of railways in Canada, specifically as they relate to urban growth and the development of Wester . . .

Every public open space reflects, and to some extent preserves, the values of the period in which it was designed and developed. This quality is particularly evident in Melbourne where, over the past 150 years since its founding in 1835, the changing economic, social and cultural conditions have been paralleled by swings in open space demand and ac . . .