Great Planned Communities

the long version

"Lavishly illustrated, this book features 26 innovative planned communities. Following an introduction by Alexander Garvin that describes how planned communities have evolved, you get an inside look at the concept, the plan elements, the design, and how the master plan reflects the vision for traditional and new urbanist communities, both established and just off the drawing board. The book includes more than 200 extra-large, high-quality photographs and illustrations; Showcases outstanding housing types, architectural themes, site plans, and other components; and includes project data on residential, commercial, and open-space uses." -- Publisher's website.