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Paying for parks
Reports & ResourcesThere is increasing recognition of the value of well-designed, managed and...
The value handbook: Getting the most from your buildings and spaces
Reports & ResourcesThe value handbook is aimed at public sector organisations who want to get the...
The cost of bad design
Reports & ResourcesEveryone can think of a building they hate, a place that really depresses them...
Design and Access Statements: How to write, read and use them
Reports & ResourcesIn May 2006, the government introduced changes to the planning applications...
The principles of inclusive design
Reports & ResourcesInclusive design aims to remove the barriers that create undue effort and...
Designed with care
Reports & ResourcesThe built environment plays a pivotal role in keeping us healthy. This is now...
RED Paper 02: Transformation Design
Reports & ResourcesThis paper sets out the characteristics of the emergent discipline that is...
Start with the park
Reports & ResourcesStart with the park is a good practice guide for everyone involved in the...
The impact of office design on business performance
Reports & ResourcesThis study examines the ways in which office accommodation can create economic...
RED Paper 01: Health
Reports & ResourcesHealthcare needs a shake-up to handle the rising tide of chronic disease. RED...
The Councillor's guide to urban design
Reports & ResourcesThe purpose of this guide is not to show you how to design, but how to think...
The use of urban design codes
Reports & ResourcesThis guide explores how urban design codes can help to increase property values,...