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Urban design network group puts quality top of high-density agenda

Planning, 14 November 2008

Changing lifestyles have increased demand for high-density housing but design evaluation frameworks are needed to ensure that schemes meet residents' quality and environmental standards, Nicola Gough reflects.

Achieving high-density housing is a complex and challenging task for planners and urban designers. The need for quality solutions is undisputed, but the drivers for density are not clear. Is it the...