Re-interpreting Regulations: Architects as Intermediaries for Low-carbon Buildings

Jan Fischer and Simon Guy
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Jan Fischer: Manchester Architecture Research Centre, School of Environment and Development, University of Manchester, Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9PL, UK, jan.fischer@postgrad.manchester.ac.uk
Simon Guy: Manchester Architecture Research Centre, School of Environment and Development, University of Manchester, Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9PL, UK, simon.guy@manchester.ac.uk

Urban Studies, 2009, vol. 46, issue 12, 2577-2594

Abstract: Regulations are highly influential in shaping urban places and architectural form. This paper investigates the impact of changing regulation on the working practices of architects. First, it outlines how the building regulations have grown in scope and complexity, especially with regard to energy regulations. Secondly, the relationship of regulation and design is explored, showing a shift from a dialectic of constraint and autonomy to one of interpretation of pathways. This is partly linked to performance-based regulation and weak state enforcement. Thirdly, the response of architects to this emerging mode of design is identified. The division of labour in the design process changes, with the architect focusing increasingly on intermediation. Finally, opportunities and threats to architects and their role are examined.

Date: 2009
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