garden cities
/ˈɡɑːrdən ˈsɪtiz/
NOUN
1. Planned communities surrounded by green belts
Planned, self-contained communities surrounded by green belts and designed to include balanced areas for housing, industry, agriculture, and green spaces.
1.1. Planned and self-contained urban communities
Communities deliberately designed to combine residential areas, employment, agriculture, and green spaces within a balanced urban environment.
Synonyms
- planned communities
- planned towns
- garden towns
Examples
- Garden cities prioritize green spaces and sustainable living for urban residents.
- The concept of garden cities aims to harmonize urban life with nature.
- Urban planners are exploring ways to implement more garden cities to combat pollution and congestion.
- Residents of garden cities enjoy a higher quality of life with access to parks and recreational areas.
- The design principles of garden cities focus on creating balanced and livable urban environments.
Related Words
- urban planning
- green belts
- sustainable communities
- urban development
- residential districts