The human scale : in 5 chapters /

Explores the idea of planning large cities across the planet based on the humanistic values of interaction, inclusion, and intimacy, a concept originating from the work of architect Jan Gehl, author of Cities for people.

Bibliographic Details
Corporate Author:	Kimstim Films
Other Authors:	Dalsgaard, Andreas M. (Director, Screenwriter), Sørensen, Signe Byrge (Producer), Gehl, Jan, 1936- (participant.), Adams, Rob (Rob John) (participant.)
Format:	Video DVD
Language:	English
Language Notes:	In English with optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing.
Published:	Oley, PA : Distributed by Bullfrog Films, [2014] ©2014.
Edition:	Widescreen.
Series:	KimStim collection.
Subjects:	City planning > Social aspects. Metropolitan areas > Social aspects. Cities and towns > Social aspects. Public spaces. Open spaces. Architecture > Human factors. Gehl, Jan, > 1936- Nonfiction films. Documentary films. Feature films.

Table of Contents:

Special features: Life back to the street : Kristian Villadsen discusses the importance of the street as a public space
Life from the edge : Camilla van Deurs discusses how public spaces can build understanding and compassion between people
The human dimension in planning : Helle Søholt discusses how a human centered approach to planning can address many of the problems facing cities
Making life visible : Jan Gehl discusses how the systematic observations of people can be used to plan cities that increase human satisfaction.