Beginnings of Geodesign

a personal historical perspective

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  • Carl Steinitz Harvard Graduate School of Design

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https://doi.org/10.7480/rius.4.1366

Abstract

Geodesign is conceived as an iterative design method that uses stakeholder input, geospatial modeling, impact simulations, and real-time feedback to facilitate holistic designs and smart decisions. This paper aims to lay bare the beginnings of geodesign as such from 1965 onwards. It offers a personal historical perspective of Carl Steinitz, one of the protagonists in the field of geodesign. The paper describes some important milestones and influential people in a joint effort to bridge geo-information technology, spatial design and planning. It showcases the ongoing effort to employ the potential power of using GIS to link different model types and ways of designing to make better plans.

How to Cite

Steinitz, C. (2016). Beginnings of Geodesign: a personal historical perspective. Research in Urbanism Series, 4, 9–24. https://doi.org/10.7480/rius.4.1366

Published

2016-09-11

Issue

Vol. 4 (2016): Geo-Design: Advances in bridging geo-information technology, urban planning and landscape architecture

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Articles

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Copyright (c) 2016 Carl Steinitz

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This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.

References

Steinitz, C. (2012). A framework for geodesign: Changing geography by design. esri.

Steinitz, C., & Rogers, P. (1970). A systems analysis model of urbanization and change: an experiment in interdisciplinary education. Cambridge, MA: Mit Press.