List of Figures
List of Tables
Abbreviations
Acknowledgments
Introduction
1. Commercial Urbanism
Part I. Ibero-America
2. Placemaking
3. Walkability and Downtown Vibrancy
Part II. United States
4. Revitalization and Homelessness
5. Commercial Innovations
6. Redesigning for Walkability
Part III. Portugal
7. Tourism and Consumption
8. Solid Waste Management
Conclusion
References
Index
Carlos J. L. Balsas is Assistant Professor of Urban Planning at the University at Albany, State University of New York.
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