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The value of good design

The value of good design

1 November 2002

This short document has a very simple aim. It draws together key research from the UK and abroad to show that investment in good design generates economic and social value. A well-designed hospital will help patients get better...

Building in context: New development in historic areas

Building in context: New development in historic areas

1 January 2002

This guide explains how to achieve high design standards when making developments in historic environments, using 15 examples of projects with excellent design, development and planning approaches.  It aims to draw out some...

The value of urban design

The value of urban design

1 February 2001

The value of urban design represents a ground-breaking attempt to pin down the economic, social and environmental value of good urban design.  The study uses an analysis of selected commercial developments in the UK to look at how...

The Need for Better Urban Design

The Need for Better Urban Design

9 January 2000

The Design Council promotes higher standards in urban design. The Cabe team have published this guide, By design: urban design in the planning system to offer sound, practical advice to help implement the Government`s commitment...