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Urban design :
the process of designing and shaping cities and towns, streets and spaces.
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About the Urban Design Group
Founded in 1978, the Urban Design Group (UDG) is a campaigning membership organisation with over 1000 members who care about the quality of life in our cities, towns and villages, and believe that raising standards of urban design is central to its improvement.
The UDG website contains a wealth of information for anyone interested in urban design including details of urban design practices, university courses, publications and job vacancies, as well as future urban design events. Our regular email newsletter
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High Speed Rail Explored: Report Launch
HSR and Connected Cities The Independent Transport Commission Leeds on Monday 16th May 2016.
Report by Laura...
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Big Meet 5 – Design Review - Event Report
There is a lot of interest in design review at the moment, and it is timely that the Place Alliance’s...
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Impact of HS1 on Property Prices?
Domestic high-speed commuter services on the High Speed 1 line between the Channel Tunnel and London commenced on 13 December 2009. The...
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Time to design the underworld?
UDG Director Robert Huxford, speaking at a recent Energy Utilities Industry Conference, has called for a better design and management of the space...
See who are Recognised Practitioners in Urban Design
Current List of Recognised Practitioners
Recognised Practioners in Urban Design are committed professionals with at least five years relevant experience (or 3 years plus a diploma in urban design or equivalent), It is a designation that is being increasingly recognised by industry and clients as carrying weight. Click here for further information.
Tailored Insurance for Urban Design Practices
New scheme for Urban Design Practices launches in 2016 - watch this space...
