Description
Book SynopsisThis book is an essential primer to help those involved in the planning process secure higher standards of urban design and the delivery of better places. The UK Government’s policy for design in the planning system is contained in the National Planning Policy Framework, with expanded guidance being provided in the Planning Practice Guidance (PPG). This book supports and extends the PPG by providing explanations and examples of design guidance with a range of advice and illustrated examples that are structured, accessible and reproducible.
Written by a team of experts overseen by Urban Design London, together, the contributions combine knowledge and expertise to showcase an established, common and practical approach to delivering better urban spaces, not just in London but throughout the UK.
Table of ContentsPreface
Part 1Chapter 1: What is Design?
Chapter 2: The Characteristics of Well-designed Places
Chapter 3: Aspects of Development Form
Chapter 4: Legislation, Planning and Decision-making
Chapter 5: Who is Involved?
Chapter 6: Processes Related to Design
Part 2Chapter 7: Understanding Plans and Drawings
Chapter 8: Small-scale Development
Chapter 9: Housing
Chapter 10: Landscape
Chapter 11: Environmental Issues
Chapter 12: Historic Environment
Chapter 13: Streets
Chapter 14: Public Space
Chapter 15: Tall Buildings
Chapter 16: Town Centres and Transport Interchanges
Chapter 17: Town Extensions and Large-scale Schemes
