The Territory of the Grand Tetouan as Linear City: Between Description and Project

A novel approach to urban planning in the Grand Tetouan region (North Morocco) reinterprets the concept of a linear city, traditionally linked to industrial development, through the lens of tourism. This study demonstrates that the linear city model can serve as both a descriptive and project-oriented tool, bridging the gap between urban analysis and design. Leveraging pedagogical experimentation in an architecture studio, researchers mapped the region's physical elements using the notion of 'urban material,' revealing complex patterns of production and use. The findings suggest that this approach offers a nuanced understanding of how the city is formally and socially constructed, with potential implications for sustainable urban development.

Brunfaut, V., & Terlinden, B. (2020). The Territory of the Grand Tetouan as Linear City: Between Description and Project. Urban Planning, 5(2), 218–228. https://doi.org/10.17645/up.v5i2.2863