6 NEWS have been any significant changes since the earlier investigation. BRE's survey, which was started in 1991, is based on information supplied by local authorities, remedial treatment companies, and independent surveyon. Copies of IP 8/94 are available from the BRE Bookshop, Carston, Watford WD2 7/R. Tel: 01923 664444, price £3.50 (plus 35p p&p) per copy. COUNTY DURHAM ENVIRONMENTAL AWARDS1994 These annual awards are made to encourage good design and co promote care of the environment, and are in their fifth year. One of this year's award winners was Wear Valley District Council for the refurbishment of Bishop Auckland Town Hall ( 1869) listed Grade I, an imposing landmark in the cown centre. Repairs carried out between late 1991 and early 1993 included complete renewal of the roof, repair and replacement of doors Above: examplesofporchefsrom the SuffolkCoastalCouncildesignguide. and windows and the cleaning and repair of stonework. A new library and exhibition space has been created on the ground floor and the main hall has been fitted out co create a multipurpose venue for the arts. DURHAM SHOPFRONTS Durham County Council is aiming to promote and encourage better shop front and advertisement design in the county with a new illustrated A4 publication setting out guidelines to be adopted when considering alterations co new and existing properties. Coverage includes the ~BLEAKLOW ~ ~slakedlimeproducts MATUREDSLAKEDLIME PUTTY Thevital ingredientfor all typesof traditionalrendersand mortars With over 20 years' specialist experience in lime products for applications in industry, construction, agriculture and conservation, Bleaklow is today a leading UK producer of non-hydraulic, top quality Matured Slaked Lime Putty. • Direct from the manufacturers at wholesale prices • Modern, efficient production methods ensure ample stocks and no waiting • 96 per cent calcium oxide, slaked fresh • Sold in individual tubs for collection ex-works • Packed in 25 litre water tight tubs, stacked and shrinkwrapped, 24 per pallet • UK-wide distribution with prompt deliveries Bleaklow Industries Limited, Hassop Avenue, Hassop Bakewell, Derbyshire DE45 lNS Telephone: 01246 582284 Facsimile: 01246 583192 SUPPLIERSTO THE NATIONALTRUST, ENGLISHHERITAGEAND CADW various elements that contribute co good design such as the pilasters, fascias, cornices and stallrisers, but there is also general advice on the visual and practical function of the design elements to assist the designer in contributing to the appearance of the building and character of the area. For further information and a copy of Above: BishopAucklandTownHall. the 28 page booklet contact: the Design and Conservation Group, Environment Department, Durham County Council, County Hall, Durham, DHl 5UQ. Tel: 0191-383 4104. E ~ONSERVaTION PORTFOLIO In:ihe:Septemble~rc94:editioi<J!.f,th~eoMtjUo ~~. ~ ' • > !!!! • i'\ 1t ,,.,. ' • 0 ~! bJcitute Qf A, • y.oi,~rsity i L<\1}£• t t.~ Co ·,;,3. CONTEXT 43
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