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How to guides

How to Assess the design quality of a housing Layout

Assess the Design Quality of a Housing Layout. Review the five key characteristics to look for in a Housing Layout.

How to write a Design and Access Statement

Writing a quality Design and Access Statement (DAS) for either an outline or detailed planning application for a residential development project is essential for effectively communicating the design rationale, objectives, and compliance with planning policies to decision-makers

How to draw a compelling street scene to improve your planning application

Drawing a street scene for a planning application involves capturing the essence and character of the proposed development within its urban context.

Deliver an effective design

Presenting a design effectively is crucial in conveying your vision, persuading stakeholders and ensuring your project's success. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you deliver an impactful design presentation.

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A good quality Vision Statement gives landowners the opportunity to help the local authority assess the suitability of development on a site.

Example Documents

Development Brief for Newmarket Suffolk

Development Brief
Newmarket Suffolk

Design and Access Statement for West Mildlenhall, Suffolk

Design and Access Statement
West Mildenhall. Suffolk

Masterplan for Lowesoft Garden Village

Masterplan
Lowestoft Garden Village in Suffolk

Design Code for Flitch Green

Design Code
Flitch Green, Essex

Design Code for Clay Farm, Essex

Design Code
Clay Farm, Essex

Design Code for Clay Farm

Design Code - Testing Day Summary
Clay Farm, Essex

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How many three bed houses can fit on a site - find out in the Density Manual

The Manual of Housing Density 3rd edition empowers users to confidently navigate the complexities of density calculations, ensuring informed decision-making throughout the residential development process.

£86.00 Print or £58.00 Digital

Videos

Masterplan Video

Masterplans built with data rich models

Virtual Exhibition for planning

Virtual exhibition prepared for Suffolk County Council in partnership with Phase 2 Planning.

Building a house animation

Edgefield - what the estate agent said

Our philosophy - kaizen

Kaizen

Animated new identity

Phase 2 - Commission for new identity animation

Outline Planning to Final Masterplan Video

Outline planning to final masterplan

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