INFOGRAPHIC: How 10 Historical Planners Have Shaped Today’s Cities

– By Joe Peach at This Big City.

Urban design isn’t easy, so when we find a way to make cities work, we often stick with it for a decent chunk of time. Throughout history, urban planners have presented different ideas on how to design successful cities, and their impact is still being felt today. This infographic looks at how ten urban planners have shaped cities, including London, Paris and Washington D.C.

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This article originally appeared on the sustainable cities website This Big City and the  University of Florida

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– Feature image via granth