Northampton features in new illustrated book on historic English towns
Northampton is one of 26 English towns to be featured in a new book, which explores key routes within each of the towns and considers the elements which make these routes enjoyable and effective in leading to the town centre.
At a time of increased pressure for new urban development, there is a concern that the lessons learned about the creation of an attractive ‘streetscape’ have become forgotten.
Featuring some of the most attractive and interesting historic town centres in England, this book analyses why the key routes within each town might provoke joy or interest for the inhabitant or passer-by. It considers the topography and layout of these towns and how we might experience them.
Each of the town studies includes two historical maps, and beautiful illustrations by British architect and television presenter, Ptolemy Dean.
Not only is each case study full of fascinating history and detail, but as the book moves through each town, themes, patterns and groupings between the towns emerge, offering valuable lessons for new development today.
Streetscapes is published by Lund Humphries (September 2024) and can be ordered via the Lund Humphries website