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Subject Area

Architectural Engineering

Article Type

Original Study

Abstract

The concept of the Resilient City is a relatively recent addition to urban planning discussions, gaining global attention due to the increasing need for cities to withstand urban, social, and environmental challenges. Urban resilience, alongside adaptability, plays a vital role in addressing these dynamic transformations. This research investigates how to implement urban resilience strategies to effectively respond to ongoing changes and sudden crises, such as terrorist attacks and natural disasters like floods, earthquakes, and hurricanes. The research identifies a critical gap in the absence of a comprehensive theoretical framework for evaluating the success of urban resilience strategies within cities’ planning and urban practices. To address this, the study aims to integrate key dimensions of resilient cities with the fundamental characteristics of resilient urban form, drawing from urban design theories. This integration is intended to enhance cities’ abilities to adapt to chronic pressures and recover from unexpected shocks. The proposed framework is tested through an analysis of global urban practice projects, which contribute to establishing a robust theoretical foundation for implementing these strategies. Special emphasis is placed on applying the framework in the Egyptian context, examining how global practices can inform local urban planning processes. By doing so, the research aims to provide practical insights into urban resilience while bridging the gap between theory and practice. This approach offers a structured pathway to developing urban resilience strategies, ensuring their applicability in diverse urban contexts and enhancing the capacity of cities to navigate future challenges effectively.

Keywords

Resilient Cities; Dimensions; Resilient Urban Form

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This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License.

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