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Latest news
CABE to review designs for Crossrail
A new design review panel will provide expert advice on seven new Crossrail stations.
CABE calls for end to ‘KFC’ play spaces
A radically different approach is needed from local authorities to children’s play.
CABE Space design skills scholarships
Grants for public space professionals to travel and gain greater understanding of design.
New wave of Sea Change funding
12 projects have benefited from the latest funding from the CABE-led coastal regeneration programme.
Minimum design standard for schools
All new secondary school designs will have to meet a minimum design standard.
Building for Life Award winners announced
Twenty four fine housing schemes were recognised at the Building for Life awards, demonstrating a commitment to high quality design, good placemaking and sustainable development.
How do you know if it's an eco-town?
A new report, in response to the government’s eco-towns initiative, describes how eco-towns really could bring a sustainable future to life.
Design reviewed:
Dunsfold Park
This proposal for a masterplan in Surrey fails to match the client’s visionary approach to sustainability.
Building for Life
Building for Life is the national standard for well-designed homes and neighbourhoods.
Better Public Building
The Royal Alexandra Children’s Hospital has been named this year’s best public building.
Publications
Designing and planning for play
Creating spaces for children with natural play design.
What makes an eco-town?
Report inspired by the eco-towns challenge panel.
Skills to grow
Seven priorities for urban green space skills.
Housing market renewal
Action plan for delivering successful places.
Places we love
Academy of St Francis of Assisi
A sustainable school in Liverpool.
Accordia
The first housing scheme to win the Stirling Prize.