Reimagining land use
Chapters in this section show that maps and mapping underpin much of the reimagining of how city regions can re-establish connections between their land and more resilient, equitable and sustainable urban food systems. Central to these concerns is the identification of spaces that can be re-natured and (re)connected to accommodate food growing and a diverse range of food activities and cultures. Authors speak about uniting, mediating and collaborating through mapping practices, moving beyond the dichotomy of urban/rural or human/nature. Orthographic plans and sections merge and blend with cartography. Beyond these familiar mapping techniques, photography, narrative, collaging and painting all contribute to extending the content and meaning embodied in and attributed to mapping land use. Urban food mapping, as it is evolving as a method within food systems design, activities and research has the capacity to highlight (sometimes unspoken) conflicts and potential, aid scenario building and provide evidence for negotiating a reimagined urban habitat.
