Beyond live/work
Language: English Series: Planning in London ; Oct-Dec 2008, 28-30(3)Publication details: 2008Subject(s): Summary: Article looks at workhomes as buildings where the needs of housing and the workplace coexist to offer a more holistic approach to a balance between spaces for life and work. The author suggests that, while the current planning system can legally support this balance, outdated conceptions on the separation of these two spheres can cause problems. Also refers to the Taylor Review of Rural Economy and Affordable Housing to suggest that there are tax burdens and other governance issues that must be addressed if the number of home workers in the UK is to increase significantly.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | L145566 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 145566-1001 |
Article looks at workhomes as buildings where the needs of housing and the workplace coexist to offer a more holistic approach to a balance between spaces for life and work. The author suggests that, while the current planning system can legally support this balance, outdated conceptions on the separation of these two spheres can cause problems. Also refers to the Taylor Review of Rural Economy and Affordable Housing to suggest that there are tax burdens and other governance issues that must be addressed if the number of home workers in the UK is to increase significantly.