Reclaim pride in city living
Series: Estates Gazette ; (0315) 12 April 2003, 123(1)Publication details: 2003Subject(s): Online resources: Summary: Argues for improved public spaces in UK cities. Suggests that the provision and care of public spaces should be guaranteed beyond individual developments and that a wide range of factors including open green spaces, the quality of streets and public transport should form a 'net' over a city to provide guidelines for developers and building designers. Concludes that King's Cross and Victoria are two areas that would benefit from a clear public realm masterplan. Refers to a recent CABE lecture "From rags to riches: the case for better spaces" which is available at www.cabe.org.uk.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | ABS66630 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 122103-1001 |
Argues for improved public spaces in UK cities. Suggests that the provision and care of public spaces should be guaranteed beyond individual developments and that a wide range of factors including open green spaces, the quality of streets and public transport should form a 'net' over a city to provide guidelines for developers and building designers. Concludes that King's Cross and Victoria are two areas that would benefit from a clear public realm masterplan. Refers to a recent CABE lecture "From rags to riches: the case for better spaces" which is available at www.cabe.org.uk.