Design codes pilot a 'fiasco'

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EDAW, the master planner charged with drawing up the design codes for the long-awaited Ashford Barracks pilot project in Kent, is sidelined from the entire process, which is being described as a 'fiasco'. The serious problems on the residential development will bring into sharp focus John Prescott's claims that design codes will improve design standards and delivery times in the Thanes Gateway.

Residential Buildings, Residential Building Construction, Contracts & orders received, Architectural services, Contracts & orders let, Residential construction, Contracts, Architectural firms, Contract agreement, Architectural practice, House construction, EDAW Inc.

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Taken to task

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A profile of Lynne Sullivan, the only architect on UK's Sustainable Housing Task Group set up in 2003, is presented. A surprise choice over other more famous architects, Sullivan appears to have little illusion about the difficulties that lie ahead but she is convinced that the task group is a step in the right direction.

Evaluation, Appreciation, Architects, Sullivan, Lynne

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Revealed: the runners and riders on 2003 Stirling Prize shortlist

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Six buildings were shortlisted for the Stirling Prize awards for the year 2003 which will be held at Explore at Bristol. The names of the buildings shortlisted as well as excluded are also listed.

Achievements and awards, Buildings

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