Published date: May 03 2018

Journal Title: KnE Engineering

Issue title: Postmodern Urban and Regional Planning in Iraq

Pages: 208–224

DOI: 10.18502/keg.v3i4.2170

A A. Alwehabalwehab@gmail.com

M Juvara

Capital cities command a prominent position within the urban hierarchy, where in many countries they are the most significant city, as well as the economic, and cultural hub of nations. Capitals are under continuous infrastructure, economic, social, and environmental pressures to accommodate rapid urban growth. Therefore, some countries elected to relocate their Capital city. For purposes of comparison, a sample composed of five nations who relocated their Capital within the postmodern era were selected. They are from diverse geographic in Asia, Africa, and South America, as well as from varying economic and cultural background. New Capitals are analyzed in an attempt to explore the urban planning models implemented by these cities. The research work aimed to unravel the mechanisms utilized by Planners and Political leaders to bring their vision of the desired Capitol City to reality. It was evident that every case had its idiosyncrasies, and not all Capital projects realized the desired outcome. Planning and design principles were developing in the right direction to conform to contemporary urban planning and design practice. Future studies must address the impact of the digital revolution on the functional aspects of capitals layout.

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