CABE Hails the Pace-setters for 2007

CABE Hails the Pace-setters for 2007
CABE is beginning the new year by highlighting the individuals and organisations who, by championing well-designed buildings and spaces, have set the standards for design in 2007.

Each year CABE gives a Festive Five Award to five individuals, five public sector organisations and five private companies whose forward thinking and high aspirations have resulted in great architecture and design.

This year the awards focus on school design and inclusive design - two of CABE's core priorities and where the country faces some of its biggest challenges.

The awards acknowledge those who understand the importance of good design for effective teaching and learning, and also major strides to create buildings and places that can be used and enjoyed by everyone.

Richard Simmons, chief executive of CABE, said: "School design and inclusive design are often misunderstood and poorly executed.

These are two areas where standards have to rise dramatically in 2007.

The people and projects recognised here set a benchmark for what everyone should be achieving everywhere."