Analysis – Page 10
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AnalysisRecession and the state of the architecture profession
BD’s sister title Building finds architects ’knocked sideways’ by recession - but how does that affect design?
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AnalysisArchitects shouldn’t fear corporate social responsibility
Corporate social responsibility (CSR) is having an impact on firms ranging from SMEs to multinational companies. But are architects lagging behind?
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AnalysisRIBA's Harry Rich pins hopes on fundraising
A year on from his appointment, RIBA chief executive Harry Rich is full of plans but refuses to be drawn on details, as Ruth Bloomfield discovers.
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AnalysisWhat does localism mean for architects?
Following this week’s long-awaited localism bill, architects have voiced concern that it will adversely affect design
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AnalysisWill the coalition’s focus on localism stitch up the planning process?
As the government’s regional planning strategy emerges, fears grow that a patchwork consultation system could prove a nightmare for architects
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AnalysisWhat’s left after chancellor George Osborne wields his axe?
BD’s news desk presents a snapshot of what the chancellor’s comprehensive spending review will mean for architects in five key sectors
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AnalysisWhy should businesses invest in architecture in a recession?
Investment in architecture is crucial in a recession as quality buildings contribute to profit and increase staff efficiency in offices. say our industry experts.
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AnalysisWill the dark clouds over Ireland spread to the UK?
The recession has hit Ireland’s architects particularly brutally. Is the UK profession set to experience the same?
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AnalysisHow job losses take a toll on employees, bosses and the staff left behind
With no signs that the recession’s bite is about to ease, BD looks at the effect of redundancy on architects who have lost their jobs and those who have had to let them go.
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AnalysisHow far should the design of secondary schools be tailored to a particular educational style?
Our three experts say school buildings should have the flexibility to deal with future needs and the changing and unique styles of education.
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AnalysisWhat should the new government do to improve housing design?
Our three experts suggest increasing competition, improving standards and developing ’pattern books’ of designs should be considered by the new government
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AnalysisRMJM banks on Fred Goodwin’s contacts
RMJM’s hiring of the disgraced former head of Royal Bank of Scotland has sparked outcry. But could it be a smart move for a firm looking to build international markets?
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AnalysisIs opposition to shared spaces kerbing councils’ enthusiasm?
The Guide Dogs charity is battling several schemes to open roads to both drivers and walkers, and some councils have been convinced by their arguments
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AnalysisDubai or not Dubai? That is the question
The city famous for its sky-high ambitions now has debts to match and is feared to be on the brink of collapse. David Rogers asks what next for architects in the Gulf
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AnalysisLondon’s journey into space
Is the Great Spaces scheme a dilution of the previous mayor’s programme or a refinement?
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AnalysisArchitects Brenda and Robert Vale believe sustainability begins at home
Authors of a controversial new book Time to Eat the Dog? argue that much thinking on sustainable living puts too much emphasis on technology while ignoring the true impact of particular lifestyle decisions
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AnalysisArchitecture that can change the world
Article 25, the charity BD is supporting at the 2009 Architect of the Year Awards, uses design skills to aid international development by providing shelter for the world’s poorest
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AnalysisStirling skirts with politics
Politics has entered the Stirling Prize for the first time with the £20,000 prize tied up with a donation to Amnesty International
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AnalysisOxford's masterplan: honours programme or expensive folly?
After years of wrangling, the first elements of Viñoly’s masterplan for Oxford’s Radcliffe Infirmary are up for planning. Was it worth the wait?
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AnalysisCompetition entries soar as scrabble for work intensifies
Competition entries are up 40%, but the recession is making it even harder for small firms to get a break. Ruth Bloomfield reports