(UR) Re-urbanisation and renewal in the UK Flashcards
1
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key features of Derby Triangle
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- 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
2
Q
key features of pride park and westfield (derby intu)
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- traffic/congestion
- variety of shops/services
- attracts lots of people
- provides jobs
- increased noise levels/pollution
- higher land values around the area
3
Q
How can existing buildings in the CBD be improved to be made more sustainable?
A
- 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