Rethinking theory and practices in developing urban open spaces in Malaysia

Since the nineteenth century, the provision of parks has been a major focus in promoting places for relaxation and recreation. In other words, parks were designed to promote public health and to give some aesthetic value to an urban setting. Urban parks therefore can be regarded as open spaces, whic...

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Main Authors: Abdul Malek, Nurhayati, Mariapan, Manohar
Format: Proceeding Paper
Language:English
Published: 2008
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Online Access:http://irep.iium.edu.my/4324/1/ICBEDC_2008_PAPER.pdf