Events
November 2008
How to Tender with Success
- When
- 03rd November 2008
- Where
- Teacher Building, Glasgow
- Time
- 09:00
Starting with an overview of how to get the best from the Supply2.gov.uk website and what to look out for in contract adverts, the Roadshows will also deliver an insight into the most important issues to consider when tendering. They will explain what to look out for in the documentation you receive and will detail those areas of evaluation that are critical to tendering success. Ideas for enhancing your submissions to make them stand out will be offered, along with hints and tips about areas such as presentations, site visits and debriefs.
Connecting Outer London
- When
- 04th November 2008
- Where
- New London Architecture
- Time
- 09:00
Public transport within and between the outer boroughs is not always as efficient as within the central zone, with passengers often having to travel into the centre before traveling out again. What are the new schemes and solutions to orbital transport and how can Outer London improve its connectivity.
A Non-Planners Guide to the Planning System
- When
- 04th November 2008
- Where
- Losehill Hall, Peak District National Park Authority Learning and Environmental Conference Centre
- Time
- 10:00
This three-day course is for anyone who wants a better understanding of the land-use planning system to facilitate consultations and decision-making, and those who wish to be involved in planning issues in their communities.
Construction Disputes Seminar 2008 : How to avoid them - How to deal with them
- When
- 06th November 2008
- Where
- Clarke Willmott, 1 Georges Square, Bath Street, Bristol, BS1 6BA
- Time
- 09:00
Clarke Willmott are organising this seminar on various common issues that arise in the construction industry and frequently result in disputes and also how to deal with those disputes.
‘Brownfield and Urban Issues’
- When
- 07th November 2008
- Where
- Birkbeck, University of London
- Time
- 18:30
Increased and competing pressures on our use of land: - for wildlife, water supply and management, food production, biofuels and biomass, carbon stewardship, transport, housing and recreation – pose an escalating environmental challenge at every level. What is our long term vision for land use in the UK, and how can we achieve this?
Power Drawing professional development programme - Drawing: a tool for design
- When
- 07th November 2008
- Where
- Royal Academy of Engineering, London
- Time
- 11:00
Power Drawing professional development day for engineers, architects, planners and landscape architects.
SGD Masterclass in Sustainable Garden Design "Earth & Water: The Essentials"
- When
- 07th November 2008
- Where
- The CREATE Centre, Smeaton Rd, Bristol BS1 6XN
- Time
- 10:00
This Masterclass will provide garden design professionals an understanding of the urgent need for sustainable design, and provide access to information and good practice for its implementation. The Keynote speakers will address the implications of ‘peak oil’ for garden designers, the wealth of benefits that arise from productive gardens and the amazing uses of rainwater within the garden.
The Gardens and Green Assets of the Peabody Estate
- When
- 10th November 2008
- Where
- the Swedenborg Society, 20-21 Bloomsbury Way, London WC1A 2TH
- Time
- 18:30
The Peabody Trust has been managing housing estates in London since 1864. Now numbering over 180, and housing about 50,000 people, these estates contain gardens and green spaces which are critically important to their residents. In 2002 the Trust put in place an over-arching Open Spaces Strategy with a new emphasis on ecology. Mathew Frith, their Landscape Regeneration Manager, will talk about his work for the Trust, and also about his related interest in ‘green roofs’ and their contribution to London’s environment.
The Artist and the Garden. Artists' views as sources of evidence for Garden History Views of Historic Gardens
- When
- 10th November 2008
- Where
- Garden Museum
- Time
- 10:30
This is the first Symposium for Garden Historians and those involved in the restoration of Historic gardens and landscapes to explore artists’ views of gardens as a source of evidence for the history and conservation of gardens. Do pictures tell the truth about gardens of the past? Six speakers present case studies of gardens, artists, and artistic media.
Landscape Contracts - Intermediate Level seminar
- When
- 11th November 2008
- Where
- Geoffrey Manton Building, MMU, Manchester
- Time
- 13:30
This half day seminar will be presented by Colin Moore CMLI.
Build Empowered & Cohesive Communities By Maximising Community Engagement
- When
- 12th November 2008
- Where
- Thistle Marble Arch, London
- Time
- 08:30
Engage Communities And Businesses Through Innovative Consultation To Achieve Community Ownership And Empowerment For Sustainable, Prosperous Regeneration.
The New JCLI Contracts Seminar
- When
- 12th November 2008
- Where
- Alan Baxter & Associates, 75 Cowcross Street, London EC1M 6EL
- Time
- 14:45
Led by Colin Moore CMLI, this seminar will focus on the new JCLI contracts and the duties of Contract Administrators, Contractors and Clients using the contract
Encounters with Exceptional People. Diana Ross in conversation with Tim Richardson
- When
- 13th November 2008
- Where
- Garden Museum
- Time
- 18:30
This event is to celebrate the publication of Diana Ross’s book Gardeners: Encounters with Exceptional people.
‘Eco-Towns: Will they be Eco-? Can they become Towns?’
- When
- 14th November 2008
- Where
- Birkbeck, University of London
- Time
- 18:30
Increased and competing pressures on our use of land: - for wildlife, water supply and management, food production, biofuels and biomass, carbon stewardship, transport, housing and recreation – pose an escalating environmental challenge at every level. What is our long term vision for land use in the UK, and how can we achieve this?
Partnership for Change Climate Change Conference
- When
- 14th November 2008
- Where
- Cork International Airport Hotel
- Time
- 08:55
This inaugural conference will explore specific issues and provide essential advice on tackling climate change and planning for an uncertain future. The conference is being organised on a not for profit basis with proceeds from the conference to go towards a number of worthy aid and environmental organisations that require financial assistance in tackling the impacts of climate change on a community level in developing countries.
Fruit in Historic Gardens
- When
- 15th November 2008
- Where
- The Garden Room, Hampton Court Palace
- Time
- 09:30
The Garden History Society in association with Historic Royal Palaces.
Japanese Gardens Seminar
- When
- 16th November 2008
- Where
- Atami, Japan
- Time
- 12:00
This seminar, which takes place between 16 and 28 November 2008, is aimed at all those who are interested in Japanese garden art and Japanese garden construction and who want to attain knowledge and experience in a concise manner and in a short time.
Mitigation: Smoke and Mirrors or Biodiversity Enhancement?
- When
- 18th November 2008
- Where
- Glasgow
- Time
- 19:30
Mitigation is defined as ‘any deliberate action taken to alleviate adverse effects, whether by controlling the sources of impacts or the exposure of ecological receptors to them’.
Urban Regeneration in China: Opportunities for Sheffield Companies
- When
- 18th November 2008
- Where
- Tapestry Room Firth Court, University of Sheffield
- Time
- 17:00
Seminar on Chinese urban regeneration and opportunities for UK companies hosted by the Confucius Institute at Sheffield University, with speakers from Urban Planning Society of China and the Institute of Real Estate Studies of Tsinghua University. Supported by China-Britain Business Council.
Think China, Act Regional: Opportunities for UK Companies in China’s Regional Cities – National Roadshow
- When
- 20th November 2008
- Where
- HSBC, 12 Calthorpe Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham B15 1RA
- Time
- 09:30
In September this year, UK Trade & Investment published a research report entitled ‘Opportunities for UK Businesses in China’s Regional Cities’.
Masterplanning and Urban Design Conference
- When
- 20th November 2008
- Where
- America Square Conference Centre, London
- Time
- 08:30
This conference will help delegates get all the information they need to design successful masterplans.
Landscape Institute Awards
- When
- 20th November 2008
- Where
- The Brewery, Barbican, London
- Time
- 12:00
The Landscape Institute Awards are presented to encourage and recognise outstanding examples of work by the landscape profession. The Awards aim to bring greater awareness of the best contributions from Landscape Institute members in creating an improved environment.
Think China, Act Regional: Opportunities for UK Companies in China’s Regional Cities – National Roadshow
- When
- 21st November 2008
- Where
- St Swithins Suite, The Bristol Golf Club, Bristol
- Time
- 09:30
In September this year, UK Trade & Investment published a research report entitled ‘Opportunities for UK Businesses in China’s Regional Cities’.
‘For ever, for everyone: What does the nation need from land?’
- When
- 21st November 2008
- Where
- Birkbeck, University of London
- Time
- 18:30
Increased and competing pressures on our use of land: - for wildlife, water supply and management, food production, biofuels and biomass, carbon stewardship, transport, housing and recreation – pose an escalating environmental challenge at every level. What is our long term vision for land use in the UK, and how can we achieve this?
RIBA London Annual Dinner
- When
- 24th November 2008
- Where
- RIBA, 66 Portland Place, London W1B
- Time
- 18:30
RIBA London will launch a new annual series of 'World Cities Debates' at this year's RIBA London Annual Dinner with a focus on Dubai and Abu Dhabi. An expert panel will discuss the future role of these two city-states, the potential involvement for architects in the region, issues of culture and sustainable development, as well as the forthcoming launch of the RIBA Gulf Chapter.
How to Tender with Success
- When
- 24th November 2008
- Where
- Armada House, Bristol
- Time
- 09:00
Starting with an overview of how to get the best from the Supply2.gov.uk website and what to look out for in contract adverts, the Roadshows will also deliver an insight into the most important issues to consider when tendering. They will explain what to look out for in the documentation you receive and will detail those areas of evaluation that are critical to tendering success. Ideas for enhancing your submissions to make them stand out will be offered, along with hints and tips about areas such as presentations, site visits and debriefs.
Environmental Futures 08: Creating the Climate for Change
- When
- 24th November 2008
- Where
- QEII Conference Centre, London
- Time
- 09:00
Building on the success of environmental futures 07 this year's conference will combine perspectives from government, business, the investment community and others to:
Sustainable Landscape Series - David Jarvis Associates
- When
- 26th November 2008
- Where
- University of Gloucestershire, Francis Close Hall
- Time
- 18:45
The Sustainable Landscape Series takes place at the University of Gloucestershire and is sponsored by LDA Design.
Think China, Act Regional: Opportunities for UK Companies in China’s Regional Cities – National Roadshow
- When
- 26th November 2008
- Where
- Carrwood Park, Swillington Common Farm, Selby Road, Leeds
- Time
- 08:30
In September this year, UK Trade & Investment published a research report entitled ‘Opportunities for UK Businesses in China’s Regional Cities’.
Think China, Act Regional: Opportunities for UK Companies in China’s Regional Cities – National Roadshow
- When
- 26th November 2008
- Where
- Sheffield United Football Club, Bramhall Lane, Sheffield S12 1SU
- Time
- 15:00
In September this year, UK Trade & Investment published a research report entitled ‘Opportunities for UK Businesses in China’s Regional Cities’.
Birmingham City University's 2008 Urban Design Lecture Series
- When
- 26th November 2008
- Where
- Birmingham Town Hall
- Time
- 18:00
David West of Studio Egret-West: Strategy to Specificity .
How to Tender with Success
- When
- 27th November 2008
- Where
- Hilton, Leeds
- Time
- 09:00
Starting with an overview of how to get the best from the Supply2.gov.uk website and what to look out for in contract adverts, the Roadshows will also deliver an insight into the most important issues to consider when tendering. They will explain what to look out for in the documentation you receive and will detail those areas of evaluation that are critical to tendering success. Ideas for enhancing your submissions to make them stand out will be offered, along with hints and tips about areas such as presentations, site visits and debriefs.
The Regeneration Summit
- When
- 27th November 2008
- Where
- The Barbican, London
- Time
- 08:00
In areas of heightened deprivation, regeneration strategy is central to improving the lives and environment of local people. Even in locations of relative affluence, regeneration is crucial as a source of construction opportunities in a political climate where building on Greenfield is frowned upon. All local authorities in the country are obliged to practise regeneration whenever possible, with the support of the Regional Development Agencies. The Regeneration Summit 'Delivering Homes, Creating Communities', will discuss strategies whereby local authorities can succeed and excel in their renewal endeavours.