まちを変える都市型農園 コミュニティを育む空き地活用
Shimpo N.
学芸出版社 (Gakugei Shuppan), ISBN 978-4-7615-2821-8, 208pp
Urban Farm DB summary
Shimpo's single-authored book on 'urban-type gardens' that activate underused spaces scattered through cities—suburban abandoned farmland, corners of urban parks, commercial-building rooftops, housing-estate grounds. Drawing on advanced cases and practitioner interviews from Germany, Austria, New Zealand, Canada, Australia and Japan, it shows how such gardens address vacant-land use, community revitalisation, greening and food/environmental education.
Key points
- 1Urban-type gardens serve as a means to activate underused spaces scattered throughout cities.
- 2These gardens utilize diverse locations, including suburban abandoned farmland, urban park corners, commercial building rooftops, and housing estate grounds.
- 3The book synthesizes knowledge from advanced case studies and interviews with practitioners across Germany, Austria, New Zealand, Canada, Australia, and Japan.
- 4Key outcomes of these gardens include effective vacant-land utilization, fostering community revitalization, promoting urban greening, and advancing food and environmental education.
Abstract and stored text
AI-generated summaryThis book by Shimpo N. explores the concept of 'urban-type gardens' as a means to activate underused spaces within cities. It examines diverse examples, including suburban abandoned farmland, urban park corners, commercial building rooftops, and housing estate grounds. Drawing on advanced case studies and interviews with practitioners from Germany, Austria, New Zealand, Canada, Australia, and Japan, the author synthesizes knowledge on how these gardens address critical urban challenges. Key themes include effective vacant-land utilization, fostering community revitalization, promoting urban greening, and advancing food and environmental education.
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Why it matters for urban farming
This book is highly relevant for citizen-driven urban farming as it offers a comprehensive guide to transforming underused urban spaces into vibrant community assets. It provides practical examples and insights from various international contexts, demonstrating how urban farms can effectively address issues like vacant land, foster community bonds, enhance urban greening, and contribute to food and environmental education. For anyone looking to start or expand an urban farm, this resource offers valuable strategies and inspiration for maximizing impact and navigating diverse urban environments.