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Award-winning housing solves parking problems with design
11 May 2006
The Building for Life standard has been awarded to new housing developments in Cambridge, Plymouth and Deptford, each of which miminises the impact of cars.Green light for Jubilee Gardens makeover
7 May 2006
The new design will incorporate soft undulating hills with trees and flowers in bloom throughout the year, plus facilities for public events.Stop nominating! Entries close for 2006 Prime Minister's Award
19 April 2006
Nominations have closed for the 2006 Prime Minister's Better Public Building Award.First ever CABE Space leadership programme a resounding success
12 April 2006
The programme gave delegates an opportunity to develop their skills as leaders in the green space sector, through workshops, site visits, debates and mentoring sessions.Kensington High Street redesign sees 47 per cent decrease in accidents
11 April 2006
The dramatic fall in accidents on the revamped London high street suggests that removing unnecessary clutter can improve the quality of streetscapes and improve safety.MPs support Prime Minister's Award as 20 April deadline looms
9 April 2006
Ed Vaizey MP is encouraging fellow MPs to nominate new public buildings in their consituencies for the Prime Minister's Better Public Building Award.Getting the best start in life
4 April 2006
The successful design of Sure Start Children's Centres requires an imaginative use of resources by the architect and building contractors.New design review panel members announced
3 April 2006
The panellists will help the design review service in its role of offering free expert advice on the design of strategic schemes from across England.Urban transformation in New Public Spaces
30 March 2006
Sponsored by CABE Space, New Public Spaces showcases outstanding public space projects from all over the world.Six of the biggest housebuilders appoint design champions
24 March 2006
CABE is calling for all publicly-quoted housebuilders to appoint a board-level design champion to ensure that design plays a central role in business strategy.