The tangible and intangible values of river towards sustainable urban landscape development

Authors

  • Mohd. Ramzi Mohd. Hussain

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31436/japcm.v2i1.480

Abstract

This paper presents a review on the tangible and intangible values of river towards sustainable urban landscape development. The framework incorporated ecological knowledge related to river and sustainable planning and design process, rivers as an urban greenways corridor and green patches, river as urban heritage conservation, rivers and riverfront development and theory from the Islamic perspectives. The objective of the paper is to identify the functional and spatial structure of the existing river with respect to the requirements for harmonious development, protection and improvement of the sustainable urban landscape. It is also to provide important ecological and aesthetic benefits of river in urban setting. This study presents an understanding for facilitating protection, preservation, restoration, ecological enhancement of the river into a more comprehensive land-use planning process.

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Published

2020-10-16

How to Cite

Mohd. Hussain, M. R. (2020). The tangible and intangible values of river towards sustainable urban landscape development . Journal of Architecture, Planning and Construction Management (JAPCM), 2(1). https://doi.org/10.31436/japcm.v2i1.480