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Reclaim pride in city living

By: 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.

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.