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High society: Two innovatively designed, high-density housing schemes in London Docklands fit nicely with Lord Rogers' urban vision - except for their quarter-of-a-million-pound price tag

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Two new high density housing scheme designs in London Docklands are described.

Author: Spring, Martin
Publisher: Builder Group plc
Publication Name: Building
Subject: Construction and materials industries
ISSN: 0007-3318
Year: 2000

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The future is orange

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A review of social housing design in The Netherlands is presented. Some observers suggest factors, such as the use of prefabricated buildings, the lack of building restraints and high demand for property has contributed to the success of the industry. Examples of housing projects are included.

Author: Spring, Martin
Publisher: Builder Group plc
Publication Name: Building
Subject: Construction and materials industries
ISSN: 0007-3318
Year: 2000
Netherlands

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Master class

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The Ecological City of Tomorrow in Malmo, Sweden, demonstrates a significant commitment to sustainable development. The construction was completed on a regenerated docklands site, the apartments are powered by 100% renewable sources generated locally, and softwoods were commonly used.

Author: Spring, Martin
Publisher: Builder Group plc
Publication Name: Building
Subject: Construction and materials industries
ISSN: 0007-3318
Year: 2001
All Other Heavy Construction, Sweden, Construction NEC, Social aspects, Construction, Buildings and facilities, Sustainable development, Malmo, Sweden

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Subjects list: Housing, Design and construction, Apartment houses, Apartment buildings, Construction industry
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