masterplanning
The macro-planning that seeks to create attractive environments through integrated planning of urban centers. Masterplanning involves the planning of housing, commercial and industrial spaces, green spaces, public spaces and transportation nodes with the aim of developing sustainable communities. The masterplanning process aims to gain the maximum value from site attributes, both natural and man-made, while balancing the needs and demands of various stakeholders. A detailed masterplan ensures that all agreed design components can be positioned within the overall design scheme, with the final results appearing in an aerial snapshot illustrating the proposed layout. (Ambrose, 2008)