(UR) Re-urbanisation and renewal in the UK

Question 1

key features of Derby Triangle

Answer 1

• 750,000 sq. ft. for businesses and accommodation
• distribution and warehousing/industrial uses
• trade park
• campus style offices
• restaurant and pubs
• car showroom
• hotel
• complementary leisure use

Question 2

key features of pride park and westfield (derby intu)

Answer 2

• traffic/congestion
• variety of shops/services
• attracts lots of people
• provides jobs
• increased noise levels/pollution
• higher land values around the area

Question 3

How can existing buildings in the CBD be improved to be made more sustainable?

Answer 3

• renewable energy methods to reduce pollution (e.g. solar panels on roofs)
• rooftop garden to increase green spaces
• more vegetation around buildings to make them more appealing
• cctv to add a sense of security for people
• direct transport links to buildings so they can be accessed easier
• more street furniture around buildings
• insulate walls to decrease noise transfer
• private parking for buildings to reduce congestion