Browse by subject: Built environment: Planning (57)
Whitehall watch
25 Feb 2009
A precautionary note for government planners
Yes, Britain needs more houses. But will government get the...
When floods become fun
12 Jun 2009
It’s time to reassess our difficult relationship with floods. Could we even consider them as a good thing?
What price carbon?
21 Jul 2008
The government’s shadow pricing tool needs sharpening, says Rebecca Willis.
Urban planning ripe for conversion
04 Nov 2006
The name - SAUL - the Sustainable and Accessible Urban Landscapes project. The aim - a radical new urban planning...
Urban myths
29 Jan 2008
“Towns are greener than the countryside.” Says who? - Commission for Rural Communities
Under Construction
09 Nov 2006
In the third part of his 'build-yourown' diary, Ben Tuxworth basks in the warm glow of approval. Now all he has to...
Time to stop tinkering
07 Jul 2008
Unlocking a massive retro-fit effort, says Paul King of the Green Building Council, is less to do with technical...
Ten to sign up for North Sea's supergrid
31 Mar 2010
A new grid could unleash the power of offshore wind to meet Europe’s growing electricity demands. Thousands of...
Tele-village shares housing prize
05 Nov 2006
The 39-home televillage development at Crickhowell stands out as a case where sustainable development is achieved...
Sweet sustainability on Richmond Hill?
05 Nov 2006
The planners in Richmond-upon-Thames (planning@richmond.gov...
South Africa must shoot for green goals at 2010 World Cup
18 Dec 2009
The 2010 World Cup is kicking off some positive initiatives, says Sheryl Ozinsky, but the host nation could be wide...
Shine a light
30 Jan 2008
Chairman Mao did it. He’d hold up a city to the whole of China as a shining example. “Learn from Daqing”...
SAVE and prosper?
05 Nov 2006
Is the supermarket the nemesis of the village shop – or can they be saved by a Sainsbury’s scheme? Five...
Radical renewable rules
06 Nov 2006
‘Buildings must generate their own power’ is the resounding echo bouncing off the interior walls of Merton...
Plus sides to country life
05 Nov 2006
Despite the frequently cited problems of rural areas - lack of affordable housing, absence of public transport and...
Planetary health case for high density development
04 Nov 2006
Urban sprawl has been fingered as a major villain of the piece on climate change, as well as on health and the quality...
Plan and deliver
19 Dec 2007
Jonathon Porritt celebrates the planners’ glorious and uplifting mission.
May you live in interesting homes
12 Nov 2006
Making sustainable communities happen - The Housing Corporation
Making Density Desirable
05 Nov 2006
High density housing doesn't have to mean
tower block gloom, says Ben Walker.
Law ’n’ order
25 Feb 2009
It’s not only environmentalists who raise an eyebrow when people concrete over their lawns.
Planners are...
Keeping the peace
30 Oct 2007
Countryside needs more protection from urban sprawl, show new maps
‘Peace and quiet’ – it’s the most...
Investment needed to spur UK microgen industry
04 Aug 2010
There's no doubt that the UK has massive potential for microgeneration, but more research and investment is needed...
Home zones start to gather speed
04 Nov 2006
The concept of home zones could be set to make a real impact in the UK in the next few years. Already well established...
Hands up for high-rise
05 Nov 2006
Tower-block housing has had a terrible press, but it might be time to revisit the high-rise. Properly supported and...
From sickness treatment...to sustainable development
05 Sep 2006
It's time, says regional medical officer John Ashton, for a public health revolution. And for once, the policy landscape...
Floating cities a vision of the future
12 Mar 2010
Two architectural companies are responding to the problem of rising sea levels, by fashioning cities that float.
Finding a fair NIMBY factor?
11 Nov 2006
Will the state of New Jersey break new ground on environmental justice? For a start, it has recognised the danger...
Europe's capitals warm up to EVs
20 May 2010
Easy to use, easy to find infrastructure will be the key to success for electric cars. London and Amsterdam commit...
Danish town gets green makeover
28 Apr 2010
Danish architect plans to turn the waterside of Augustenborg's fjord into an eco-friendly recreation area.
Cluster lustre
25 Jan 2008
Ben Walker and Ann-Marie Brouder on bringing businesses together for symbiosis and sustainability.
Choice cuts
25 Jan 2008
We should be worrying about life choices that really matter, says Roger Levett.
Can Gatwick measure up?
05 Nov 2006
It sure seems like sustainability is getting name-checked a lot these days. How much of this is just lip service?...
Brown roofs for the birds
05 Nov 2006
Q: When is a brown roof greener than a green one? A: When you are a black redstart. This might sound like some kind...
Blue belt to rein in development
02 Nov 2006
Professionals urge new planning rules to combat construction on flood plains
Benchmark set for new build
15 Jun 2010
Suave new offices in London embody a vision that could transform the construction industry – one which combines...
Aspiration, aspiration, aspiration
07 Jul 2008
Kevin Telfer gets fired up about some high profile projects.
