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The Challenge of Postmodernism andan Inquiry of Alternative Planning Theory

Kim, Heungsoon 1

1한양대학교

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ABSTRACT

This study investigates whether ‘postmodernist planning’ can exist in actuality although much literature insists on the existence and the necessity. This study discusses the general concept and meaning of postmodernism in order to discuss the meaning of ‘postmodernist planning’. Based on the discussion, this study examines whether ‘postmodernist planning’ can exist. This study finds out that the concept of postmodernist planning is simply fabricated logically and practically. Nevertheless, this study suggests that contemporary planning should adopt some sound aspects of the postmodern approach. What to follow is the visions to be adopted from postmodernism: justice, diversity, difference, democracy, information, environment, openness and flexibility, decentralization and market.

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