Design codes and other guidance
The delivery of high quality design – with the power to shape the future success of a place – relies upon effective guidelines being established. Drawing on the full breadth of our expertise across urban design, masterplanning, policy and strategy, we produce design codes and other detailed design guidance tailored to the needs and aspirations of each client.
From borough-wide to site-specific design codes and guides, we create user-friendly guidance that sets clear controls both for policy compliance and for design quality in line with community aspirations, whilst providing inspiration for imaginative and innovative solutions. We help our clients set clear benchmarks for the future quality of a development, leading the delivery of places with distinct character and a strong sense of identity.
Get in touch
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Katja StilleDirector
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Jane DannConsultant
Take a look at some examples of our work showing this service in action

National Design Guide

Breckland Design Guide, Breckland Council

Northstowe Design Code

Leale’s Yard Regeneration Area Development Framework, States of Guernsey

A Guide to Designing in Bradford, Bradford Metropolitan District

Design Codes Research and Practice Guide

Harestone and Woldingham Character Assessments and Design Guidance (SPD)

Strategic Urban Vision and Design Guide for Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle-under-Lyme

Harringay Warehouse District, Haringey, London

Bucklers Park Design Code, Crowthorne

Princes Parade, Folkestone

South Norfolk Place-Making Guide

Otterpool Park Garden Town Design Codes, Kent