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By design - better places to live. Section 2 - Understanding the context. (3 of 9)

Publication Year

2001

Document Status

Withdrawn

Abstract

Challenges local authorities and developers to think more imaginatively about design and layout. Promotes greater flair in creating better places in which to live. Covers the need for better housing design; understanding the context; creating a movement framework; housing mix and neighbourhood; housing layout and urban form; space in and around the home; and thoroughness in design.

Document History

Produced in conjunction with CABE. This document is part of a larger document, By design - better places to live, which has been split into parts for ease of use.

ISBN

9780727730374

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Department for Transport, Local Government and the Regions

Disbanded on 29 May 2002, this was the Government department responsible for transport, local government and the regions, and with responsibility for elections, regeneration and housing. They were formerly part of the Department of Environment, Transport and the Regions (DETR).

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