Design for Homes
[edit] Introduction
Design for Homes is a not-for-profit research foundation in England. The purpose of the organisation is to “champion the value of good design in the housing industry.”
[edit] History
Founded in 2000, Design for Homes was started as a social enterprise. It has operated the national Housing Design Awards programme since 2005 and was initially involved in the Building for Life programme. The organisation is now involved in the Building for a Healthy Life programme.
Design for Homes is also involved in study tours, research reports and video production of case studies that illustrate the key benefits of innovative residential design projects.
[edit] Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki
Featured articles and news
Listed despite problems with its design.
Zen and the art of cycling exploration.
Design Council Homes Taskforce launched
To support government 1.5 million homes target within UK climate commitments.
The story of this knowledge quarter building.
In ecology, in hydrology, in biology and in architecture.
Creating environments that promote physical, mental, and social well-being.
UK cases of neutral current diversion
Research project looks for example contributions.
Overstocking and macro-economics cause a decline.
The 2024 update of the Common Assessment Standard
Demonstrating organisational capability’ to fulfil roles under the Building Safety Act.
56 recommendations for a better built environment
Published by the CIC ahead of the King’s Speech.
SkillELECTRIC Top 8 Competitors Named
in annual search for the UK’s best student electrician.
CIOB Diversity and Inclusion technical information sheet
Step-by-step guide on implementing D and I practices.
Conservation and the Indian City. Book review.
Reversibility in conservation ethics
Learning from painting conservation.
Where It's AT Podcast launched!
New CIAT Architectural Technology Podcast goes live.