The Black Orientation: A Basic for Environmental Planning and Designing in the Black Community.

Wilson, Bobby M.

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ERIC Number: EJ422227

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1990

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The Black Orientation: A Basic for Environmental Planning and Designing in the Black Community.

Wilson, Bobby M.

Journal of Black Studies, v21 n1 p23-39 Sep 1990

Reviews African American cultural values that should be considered in designing urban and suburban Black communities. Discusses the following factors: (1) contact awareness; (2) a cyclical spatial orientation; (3) group orientation; (4) cooperation; (5) oneness with nature. (FMW)

Descriptors: Black Community, Black Culture, Building Design, Community Development, Cultural Influences, Design Preferences, Suburban Environment, Urban Improvement

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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