A&DS DESIGN SKILLS SECTION BREAKSYMPOSIUM Martin McKay Section introduction here, section introduction Director of Regeneration 20 March 2014
Clyde Gateway Boundary
Sustainable Place Transformation – improve infrastructure & environment which in turn makes the Clyde Gateway area more attractive as a place to live and work. Increase Economic Activity – target major employers into Clyde Gateway, work with existing businesses and in turn generate employment opportunities for local people. Develop Community Capacity – ensure long-term investment of time and resources which will lead to increased levels of community participation and private sector involvement across Clyde Gateway.
Design Statement
Design Statement
Character
Character - History
Character - Crosses
Character – River Clyde
Character – Density
Values
Good design means good business
Work with communities
Infrastructure must come first
We need more people
Support local enterprise
Places should be distinctive
Vibrant, safe, enjoyable streets
Sustainability built in
Create neighbourhoods
Dalmarnock Case Study - Lessons • • • •
CREATE OPPORTUNITIES FROM CONSTRAINTS A COLLABORATIVE APPROACH IS CRITICAL RESPOND TO HISTORIC URBAN PATTERN AND BUILDINGS INFRASTRUCTURE DESIGN TO ALLOW FLEXIBILITY
BOUND FOR BUSINESS At the heart of the Glasgow City Region, Scotland’s largest commercial hub, Clyde Gateway offers your business unrivalled connectivity and operational cost benefits. From modern office and industrial facilities to land development opportunities, we invite you to find out more.
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