Community Appearance Study, Apex, North Carolina (Classic Reprint)

This book meticulously examines the town of Apex, North Carolina, and its appearance. The author has organised the work into entranceways to the town from its surrounding areas. The study notes the ways in which the town presents itself to travelers and suggests upgrades for the town's image. The author extends the discussion to include various other factors influencing the overall beauty of the town, like parking lots, advertising, trees and shrubs, and even vacant lots. A notable section of the book emphasizes the importance of the central business district's appearance and discusses making improvements to those areas. The author has used photographs and sketches to illustrate the beauty and flaws of Apex, which will guide readers as they consider their own towns or cities. This book offers a template for communities seeking to improve their visual appeal while respecting the community's identity.