Futures thinking in city planning processes

The book "Futures Thinking in City Planning Processes" by Elzbieta Krawczyk examines the application of future methods in urban planning processes. It addresses the necessary paradigm shift in thinking and acting regarding the future of cities, moving away from traditional planning approaches towards a more creative, innovative, and inclusive approach. The study aims to understand the potential of future methods in urban planning and to develop an appropriate methodology that supports planners and decision-makers in changing their ways of thinking and acting. A key finding of the investigation is the adaptation of prospective methodology for use in urban planning processes. This methodology could help communities visualize their desired future and enable planners and decision-makers to explore future possibilities and understand the complexity of urban environments.