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189 p. ill.; col.; maps.; 26 cm. "The Design Companion for Planning and Placemaking is an essential primer to help those involved in the planning and placemaking process secure higher standards of building and the delivery of better places. The UK Government's policy for design in the planning system is contained in the National Planning Policy Framework, with expanded guidance being provided in the Planning Practice Guidance (PPG). It supports and extends the PPG by providing explanations and examples of design guidance with a range of advice and illustrated examples that are structured, accessible and reproducible. This book is written by a team of experts overseen by Urban Design London -- (back cover). PART 1. HOW PLANNING AND DESIGN FIT TOGETHER -- What is design and how does it relate to planning -- The characteristics of well-designed places -- Aspects of development form -- Legislation, planning and decision-making -- Who is involved -- Process related to design -- Understanding plans and drawings -- PART 2. DESIGN SPECIFICS -- Small-scale development -- Housing -- Landscape -- Environmental issues -- Historic environment -- Streets -- Public space -- Tall buildings -- Town centres and transport interchanges -- Town extensions and large-scale scheme -- Urban Design London. Include index City planning NA9031 D47 2017 711.4 9781859467480 1859467482 pucpr 171208 20220826191351.0 eng