Evolution of industry: from past to future

Ecem Engin, Shajee Haider Taqvi This paper aims to conceptualize the stages of industrial evolution; and to highlight the key features that triggered such changes that resulted in the constant transformation of industry through time. After a brief definition, along with types and stages of industrial production, main purpose of this critical writing is to discuss the evolution process of Read More …

The Phenomenon of Industry: Basic Concepts and Mechanisms

Nurten Müge Ayla, Cansu Sicimli The definition of industry is hard to contain to just a few words or a singular concept. It pertains to anything from mechanized production in factories and agriculture to “exchange of goods and services that goes beyond the local economy.” It also consists of a commercialized society with a population that resides closely together in Read More …

Planning for industry: an urbanistic perspective

Gamze Tarımeri, Nur Dilan Özdemir This paper aims to understand the planning for industry from an urbanistic perspective. After a brief history of planning and its relationship with the city, major schools and approaches giving a prominent role to industry in shaping the modern city will be discussed through the programs, prototypes and ideologies. Also, the contemporary approaches on spatial Read More …