An Introduction to Small Parks.

Overview of Park Planning and Design Concerns.

1: Size, Shape, and Number.

2: Connections and Edges.

3: Appearance and Other Sensory Issues.

4: Naturalness.

5: Water.

6: Plants.

7: Wildlife.

8: Climate and Air.

9: Activities and Groups.

10: Safety.

11: Management.

12: Public Involvement.

Summary: Lessons About Small Parks.

Design Examples.

Example 1: Taking Advantage of Stormwater Management in a New Suburban Area.

Example 2: Rehabilitating a Park for Community Revitalization.

Example 3: Renovating a Suburban Park for Water Quality and Active Recreation.

Example 4: Redefining the New Urban Town Square.

Example 5: Reusing a Vacant Lot in the Center City.

Design Development Guidelines.

Design Development Issues in Brief.

Key Words.

References.

Index.