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Murray’s Mills, Ancoats
Murrays’ Mills, Ancoats by Field Clegg Bradley Studios Originally built in 1798, the industrial complex comprises two parallel 7-8-storey mills linked by a more recognisably
Traditionally towns have organically grown around centres of activity, new neighbourhoods should be no different. A range of local services and facilities is required in the right place for communities and neighbourhoods to thrive. Services and facilities should be conveniently located and within walking distance, becoming a new focal point.
Very often the success of a place lies in its ability to be known for a particular activity or mix of uses. The potential to form an identityThe identity or character of a place comes from the way that buildings, streets and spaces, landscape and infrastructure combine together and how people experience them. for a place through its use and/or characterCharacter includes all of the elements that go to make a place, how it looks and feels, its geography and landscape, its noises and smells, activity, people and businesses. This character should be understood as a starting point for all development. Character can be understood at three levels; the area type in which the site sits, its surroundings and the features of the site. should be explored, engaging with local communities where possible.
Successful communities require a range and variety of local services and community facilitiesFacilities such as libraries, places of worship, halls for hire, youth space and training and meeting space. This list is not exhaustive and other uses can be included. including schools, nurseries, workplaces, healthcare, spiritual, recreational, civic and commercial uses. Mixed-useA well-integrated mix of different land uses which may include retail, employment, leisure and other service uses with decent homes of different types and tenures to support a range of household sizes, ages and incomes. development creates an active and vibrant place with an intensity that feels like a centre or destination, throughout the day and evening. Opportunities to bring people and communities closer together are encouraged. Space should be provided in developments for community events and gatherings. Consider communal ways of living such as the provision of allotments or shared facilities. Where possible communities should be involved in the design of new neighbourhoods.
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