Introduction: Building the Urban Forest

Stephanie Carlisle, Nicholas Pevzner & Max Piana

2014

Scenario Journal-Spring

Tags: Green spaces, Community involvement, Sustainable development, Environmental benefits

Recent projects from landscape architects tend to focus less on trees as a design objects or as a protective [2] or decorative skin on a building, but instead explore forest elements and ecological structure for their cultural value and their productive function. Embracing the process-based routines of forest management.

The article explores the critical role urban forests play in enhancing city environments and improving residents' quality of life. It discusses the multifaceted benefits of urban trees, including air quality improvement, temperature regulation, and aesthetic enhancement. The authors emphasize the importance of strategic planning and community involvement in urban forestry initiatives to ensure sustainable growth and maintenance of these green spaces. They highlight successful case studies and innovative practices that cities can adopt to expand their urban forests effectively. The article advocates for a collaborative approach among stakeholders, including local governments, organizations, and citizens, to foster a thriving urban forest ecosystem.

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Keywords: Stakeholder collaboration, Quality of life, urban ecology