P06 2A planning aspect of balancing sustainability and green form for 21st centuries mega cities

Abstract

Open Spaces provides space for the expression of diversity, both personal and cultural. The social and cultural values of open space include attitudes towards nature and the desire for contact with it. Open space is now Inclusive part of statutory and community planning processes. Urban Spaces must be stimulating for all age groups encouraging their activities, events and gatherings via sustainable planning and design. This paper focuses on need, unconventional visions and principles for urban green form in this modern era of planning for 21st century Mega cities. The social, cultural and physiological values of open space include attitudes towards nature and the desire for contact with it.