ABSTRACT
This conclusion presents some closing thoughts on the key concepts discussed in the preceding chapters of this book. The book outlines the mental space that forms the platform from which we set out to design for a reimagined suburbia. It looks at the views of suburbia that surrounded by, many of them dismissively negative. The book concentrates on close observation of the actualities of individual instances of living in particular places, in particular plots, houses and yards. It presents a series of designs that started with renovations (internal and external), moving on to single houses, to small groups of houses, to larger ensembles, streets and cul-de-sacs. The book discusses examples from other places and other designers. It addresses what has emerged for us and others as the 'missing middle', looking for opportunities for higher-density infill and renewal of existing community assets.
