Thesis (M. Arch.)--University of Hong Kong, 2004. / Includes special report study entitled: Psychologizing spaces. Also available in print.

This thesis explores the role of heritage revitalization in the downtown revitalization process. Heritage revitalization is defined as the economic benefits derived from heritage conservation. Three questions are addressed in this thesis; they are: 1. Does the Provincial Heritage Conservation Statutes Amendment Act. 1994 provide local governments in British Columbia with the necessary tools to respond to the unique circumstances of heritage revitalization? 2. Can heritage revitalization strategies improve the economic viability of historic downtowns? 3. What planning lessons can be learned from the experiences of many Canadian and American cities that have implemented successful downtown heritage revitalization strategies? A case study approach is used in this thesis to evaluate the role of heritage revitalization in the economic renewal of downtowns. The thesis case study is the 400 to 800 blocks of Columbia Street, located in downtown New Westminster, British Columbia. Columbia Street is the historic commercial core of New Westminster. A conceptual framework is developed which details the planning steps necessary in formulating a heritage revitalization strategy. The conceptual framework is based on approaches from several North American cities successful in rejuvenating their historic downtowns. This framework is applied to the Columbia Street case study and is used in the evaluation of heritage strategies for consideration. The thesis research concludes that Columbia Street is a sensitive heritage precinct in need of heritage policies, and a balance between heritage regulations and incentives. A heritage revitalization strategy is recommended for Columbia Street. The strategy contains specific heritage policies, zoning amendments and financial incentives designed to protect various heritage buildings on Columbia Street and Downtown New Westminster's overall character.

This thesis identifies those elements significant to the redevelopment of urban riverfronts. Its purpose is to determine those planning and design considerations which will protect and enhance river environments while increasing the opportunities for people to enjoy a physical and visual contact with the river. This is accomplished by presenting an overview of urban riverfronts, their development and problems, rivers and their environment, historical progression of settlements along rivers, and planning and design considerations for urban riverfronts.In addition, this thesis presents a case study which applies urban riverfront planning and design considerations to the Vincennes, Indiana-Wabash Riverfront. / Department of Landscape Architecture

Thesis (M. Sc.)--University of Hong Kong, 1993. / "Workshop report." Includes bibliographical references.

This thesis explores the role of heritage revitalization in the downtown revitalization process. Heritage revitalization is defined as the economic benefits derived from heritage conservation. Three questions are addressed in this thesis; they are: 1. Does the Provincial Heritage Conservation Statutes Amendment Act. 1994 provide local governments in British Columbia with the necessary tools to respond to the unique circumstances of heritage revitalization? 2. Can heritage revitalization strategies improve the economic viability of historic downtowns? 3. What planning lessons can be learned from the experiences of many Canadian and American cities that have implemented successful downtown heritage revitalization strategies? A case study approach is used in this thesis to evaluate the role of heritage revitalization in the economic renewal of downtowns. The thesis case study is the 400 to 800 blocks of Columbia Street, located in downtown New Westminster, British Columbia. Columbia Street is the historic commercial core of New Westminster. A conceptual framework is developed which details the planning steps necessary in formulating a heritage revitalization strategy. The conceptual framework is based on approaches from several North American cities successful in rejuvenating their historic downtowns. This framework is applied to the Columbia Street case study and is used in the evaluation of heritage strategies for consideration. The thesis research concludes that Columbia Street is a sensitive heritage precinct in need of heritage policies, and a balance between heritage regulations and incentives. A heritage revitalization strategy is recommended for Columbia Street. The strategy contains specific heritage policies, zoning amendments and financial incentives designed to protect various heritage buildings on Columbia Street and Downtown New Westminster's overall character. / Applied Science, Faculty of / Community and Regional Planning (SCARP), School of / Graduate

Lee Kwong Wai Thomas. / "Architecture Department, Chinese University of Hong Kong, Master of Architecture Programme 1996-97, design report." / Includes bibliographical references. / Contents --- p.i / Chapter Part I: --- Introduction --- p.1 / Chapter 1 --- Personal Design Objectives --- p.2 / Chapter 1.1 --- Personal Design Objectives --- p.2 / Chapter 2 --- Project Selection --- p.3 / Chapter 2.1 --- Description of Subject --- p.3 / Chapter 2.2 --- Description of Clients and Users --- p.3 / Chapter 2.3 --- Description of Site and Context --- p.3 / Chapter Part II: --- Project Analysis --- p.4 / Chapter 3 --- Subject Analysis --- p.5 / Chapter 3.1 --- Brief Formation --- p.5 / Chapter 3.2 --- Precedents --- p.5 / Chapter 3.3 --- Relevant Forms and Typologies --- p.6 / Chapter 3.4 --- Appropriate Technologies --- p.6 / Chapter 3.5 --- Architectural Language --- p.6 / Chapter 4 --- Client/User Analysis --- p.7 / Chapter 4.1 --- Functional Relationships --- p.7 / Chapter 4.2 --- Organizational Hierarchies --- p.7 / Chapter 4.3 --- Activities --- p.7 / Chapter 4.4 --- Social Patterns --- p.7 / Chapter 4.5 --- Schedule of Accomodation --- p.8 / Chapter 5 --- Site/Context Analysis --- p.11 / Chapter 5.1 --- Location --- p.11 / Chapter 5.2 --- Climate --- p.11 / Chapter 5.3 --- Landscape --- p.11 / Chapter 5.4 --- Adjacent Buildings --- p.11 / Chapter 5.5 --- Infrastructure --- p.11 / Chapter 5.6 --- Ground Conditions --- p.12 / Chapter 5.7 --- Access and Transportation --- p.12 / Chapter 5.8 --- Zoning and Codes --- p.12 / Chapter Part III: --- Process --- p.13 / Chapter 6 --- Urban Design Process --- p.14 / Chapter 6.1 --- 01 Oct 96 Review --- p.14 / Chapter 6.2 --- Process... --- p.15 / Chapter 6.3 --- 22 Nov 96 Review --- p.16 / Chapter 6.4 --- Process... --- p.18 / Chapter 6.5 --- 14 Dec 96 Final Review of Urban Design --- p.19 / Chapter 7 --- Building & Places Design Process --- p.21 / Chapter 7.1 --- 08 Jan 97 Review --- p.21 / Chapter 7.2 --- Process… --- p.22 / Chapter 7.3 --- Process... --- p.23 / Chapter 7.4 --- 27 Jan 97 Review --- p.24 / Chapter 7.5 --- Process... --- p.26 / Chapter 7.6 --- 17 Feb 97 Intermediate Review --- p.27 / Chapter 7.7 --- Process… --- p.29 / Chapter Part IV: --- Final Project --- p.31 / Chapter 8 --- Final Project --- p.32

Thesis (M. Arch.)--University of Hong Kong, 2002. / Includes special study report entitled: Media art : space. Includes bibliographical references.

Thesis (M.Arch.)--University of Hong Kong, 2002. / Includes special study report entitled : Media art : space. Includes bibliographical references. Also available in print.

published_or_final_version / Urban Planning / Master / Master of Science in Urban Planning

published_or_final_version / abstract / Architecture / Master / Master of Philosophy