Learning from Logistics

Logistics are central to contemporary urbanism. Looking at a city from the perspective of its systems rather than its form delineates a new framework for urbanism. This book undertakes an analysis of three major enterprises that heavily rely on sophisticated logistics - Amazon, FedEx, Ryan Air - and subsequently shows their impact on urbanism. Its underlying assumption is that logistical networks of this type today play the same role for urban development as canals and railways did in the 19th century. On the other hand, the negative effects of internet commerce are currently also widely discussed and counter-movements such as "Buy local" are an important trend.
 
Im 19. Jahrhundert bildeten Eisenbahntrassen und Kanäle gleichzeitig Gerüst und Motor für die Stadtentwicklung. Diese Rolle übernehmen heute die globalen Daten- und Warenströme. Diese Entwicklung hat enorme und zum Teil noch unabsehbare Auswirkungen auf unsere Städte - das Buch beschreibt die aktuelle Entwicklung und geht den Einflüssen auf Architektur, Landschaftsarchitektur und Urbanismus nach.