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House in the Country|Simon Matthews

House in the Country : Where Our Suburbs and Garden Cities Came from and Why It's Time to Leave Them Behind

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Overview

A critical look at suburban ideals and their impact on UK housing policy.

For nearly 150 years, living in a house in the country has been a widespread aspiration. House in the Country explores how this idea, imported from the US by Ebenezer Howard, shaped the garden city movement and UK housing policy.

Simon Matthews presents a detailed narrative, examining the social and cultural implications alongside interviews with key figures like Lord Heseltine. Discover:

  • The origins of suburban and garden city planning.
  • The impact of government policies on housing affordability.
  • Why a shift away from this approach is essential for a sustainable future.

Will subsequent generations hold us to account for the inadequacy of their inheritance?

Details

  • ISBN-13: 9780857304957
  • ISBN-10: 085730495X
  • Publisher: Oldcastle Books
  • Publish Date: September 2022
  • Dimensions: 9.14 x 5.99 x 0.88 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 0.85 pounds
  • Page Count: 256

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