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UK architects designed the Cockaigne housing estate in Hertfordshire, England as an example of community housing in the early 1960s. The concept was to provide a sustainable community, with its own facilities, such tennis courts and meeting hall. All 28 housing units were designed to be personalized inside but look the same on the outside. The houses were constructed of lightweight concrete bricks and timber-framed internal partitions, in a long, thin design which utilized natural light and reduced noise levels.
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Hastoe, a medium size housebuilder, operates with 2,500 homes, mostly in the Home Counties. It decided to cut back on development in 1994 as it felt that it could not maintain a development programme and keep rents affordable. It was able to build of substantial cash reserves, which has been used to innovate, in environmental areas, by placing emphasis on reducing fuel bills. It has also had involvement in experimental housing projects.
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There were 168 entries for the 1992 Housing Project Design Awards. Ten percent were from local authorities while the others were equally from housing associations and private developers. Most were new-build projects and the majority were on redevelopment sites. The thirteen winners demonstrate originality, an awareness of the surroundings, and have good-sized rooms. The buildings are attractive to residents and have character.
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