Streets of gold?
Language: English Series: Contract Journal ; 436(6601) 15 November 2006, 24-25(2)Publication details: 2006Subject(s): Summary: Considers the merits of refurbishing Victorian houses, rather than demolition, and highlights ways that refurbishment can contribute to the sustainability agenda. Illustrates how refurbishment projects can meet carbon dioxide emission targets, with reference to the BRE report "Sustainable refurbishment of Victorian housing" (L135333) and a new proposal from the Construction Products Association. Emphasises the importance of refurbishment in the context of regeneration and outlines the complex processes and decisions involved in refurbishing old terraced housing.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | L136098 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 136098-1001 |
Considers the merits of refurbishing Victorian houses, rather than demolition, and highlights ways that refurbishment can contribute to the sustainability agenda. Illustrates how refurbishment projects can meet carbon dioxide emission targets, with reference to the BRE report "Sustainable refurbishment of Victorian housing" (L135333) and a new proposal from the Construction Products Association. Emphasises the importance of refurbishment in the context of regeneration and outlines the complex processes and decisions involved in refurbishing old terraced housing.