Urban Graphics

Urban Graphics re-locate

Mon, 02 Aug 2010 16:23:00 GMT

Urban Graphics have relocated their offices to the vibrant heart of Bedford’s new cultural quarter. Located centrally and surrounded by the exciting new mixed use Castle Quay Development and the historic Bedford Riverside area.

URBAN GRAPHICS, 31 CASTLE LANE, BEDFORD, MK40 3NT

North London Online DIF

Mon, 02 Aug 2010 16:13:16 GMT

Urban Graphics on behalf of the LDA were commissioned to produce The North London online Development Investment Framework content. A detailed web-based resource that provides information on the development and growth area opportunities for North London. For more information on the North London Online DIF click here:

NL Online DIF

Haringey Core Strategy 2010

Mon, 10 May 2010 15:03:58 GMT

The London Borough of Haringey has just released their 2010 Core Strategy. It sets out the vision and key policies for future development up to 2026. Working within the realms of the corporate identity, Urban Graphics delivered a concise and accessible desktop published document.

To view a PDF version of the document please click the following link:
haringey core strategy

FOL Rebrand

Mon, 10 May 2010 14:01:37 GMT

Commissioned by The Future of London partnership Urban Graphics were appointed to refresh the Future of London corporate identity.

Camden Town Place Plan

Mon, 10 May 2010 13:54:59 GMT

Urban Graphics, commissioned by the London Borough of Camden produced a series of mapping solutions as the basis for the Camden Town Place Plan. Visually identifying areas of public realm improvement, transport links and standard urban design / planning analysis.

Reading Station Area Framework

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 12:53:18 GMT

In association with Doyle Town Planning & Urban Design and Peter Brett Associates, Urban Graphics desktop published the Reading Station Area Framework.

It is a Supplementary Planning Document that sets out principles and guidelines for how development around the station should take shape, focusing particularly on the area to the north. As such, it will supplement the Reading Central Area Action Plan, which allocated this area for development.

For more information on the Reading Station Area Action Plan click here:

www.reading.gov.uk

Online DIF

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 10:26:50 GMT

The London Development Agency along with other partners wish to raise the profile of north London and how it contributes to the growth agenda. The emphasis is on demonstrating the collective advantages and features of opportunities at key sites. A project team including Urban Graphics won a competitive tender to deliver this on-line resource, which will be hosted on the LDA website once complete.

Future of London Website Launched

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 09:59:29 GMT

The new Future of London website has been launched in preparation for its 2010 conference and associated events. Urban Graphics in collaboration with the Future of London Partnership have designed the website which will evolve and grow in 2010. To view the website please click the following link:

Future of London Website

An Economic Future for the Upper Lee Valley

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 13:39:54 GMT

Urban Graphics was commissioned to design and deliver the "Economic Future, for the Upper Lee Valley” brochure. The document itself concentrates on four strategies to unlock the Upper Lee Valley’s potential and demonstrates that through Case Study examples.

Planning for Sustainable Travel website goes live

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 12:06:39 GMT

Urban Graphics were commissioned by Halcrow to develop and produce the Commission for Integrated Transports` (CFIT) Planning for Sustainable Travel website. The main feature of which is to provide a comprehensive information hub, based on guidance, trends, policy context, key themes and case studies for sustainable travel. To view the website please click the following link:

planning for sustainable travel website

Urban Graphics update Renaissance Bedford website

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 16:21:19 GMT

Renaissance Bedford is the informal partnership created to meet the challenge of delivering growth targets for new homes, jobs and infrastructure for the Bedford and Northern Marston Vale Growth Area. Urban Graphics were commissioned to update the website which included; a refreshed graphic look; improved functionality; an interactive map; and a promotional video. To view the website please click the following link:

Renaissance Bedford

Enfield Our Future

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 16:00:27 GMT

Urban Graphic was commissioned by Enfield Borough Council to produce their Future of London Conference exhibition stand and accompanying media. This included, a promotional video; brochure and exhibition stand to highlight the Councils future visions and aspirations for the area. To view the case study please click the following link:

Enfield Our Future

Future of London Conference 2009

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 14:33:51 GMT

The Future of London Conference follows on from the success of the last two years and focuses on driving regeneration in London and challenges faced in the current economic climate. Leading experts and industry professionals came together to share their knowledge and best practice.

The conference featured work from Urban Graphics for the following clients; the Future of London Partnership; Enfield Borough Council, London Borough of Hackney; these included exhibition stands, brochures and promotional videos. In addition to this, Urban Graphics exhibited Augmented Reality – the next generation of 3D interactivity.

Urban Graphics to attend Future of London Conference 2009

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 17:03:04 GMT

The third Future of London Conference will be held on the 8th October 2009 at the Business Design Centre. Urban Graphics shall be exhibiting and has provided graphic design support for the event. Bally Meeda, Director of Urban Graphics has also been asked to write an article on visual communication for the conference brochure.

Future of London Conference

Creating a City Centre for Mansfield

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 12:51:45 GMT

Mansfield District Council in association with Urban Graphics launch the “Creating a City Centre for Mansfield” document. It reflects the important role that the centre of Mansfield will play in driving sub-regional economic growth, highlighting ongoing projects and ensuring that the centre develops to meet the rising expectations of its catchment population. Urban Graphics delivered symbolic and unique solutions for Graphic Design, DTP and structure of the document, 3D visualisation, cartography and bespoke photography.

Enfield Core Strategy Maps

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 09:50:17 GMT

Urban Graphics have been commissioned by Enfield Council to produce the mapping for their Core Strategy. The current GIS maps will be interpreted into illustrations that are more accessible to the wider audience, and bring more definition to the proposals.

White City Opportunity Area Planning Framework (OAPF)

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 16:54:38 GMT

Urban Graphics have been commissioned to design and print the White City OAPF document. The vision is to comprehensively plan sustainable development through a new, quality, mixed use urban quarter. Urban Graphics have been tasked to transform plans, words and images into a coherent, accessible and meaningful desktop published document.

Urban Graphics celebrates CIH success

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 17:13:58 GMT

Urban Graphics on behalf of Hackney Homes have delivered a striking exhibition at the CIH conference for the second year running. The headlining projects included; Woodberry Down Regeneration; Dalston Masterplan; and the Future of London. This dynamic exhibition captured the audience and received abundant acclaim for its distinct and memorable graphic style. Interactive touch-screens; a promotional brochure; an interactive CD; a short film; and a physical model underpinned the overall messages of the projects.

7th Annual Design in the Planning Process Conference

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 14:21:42 GMT

Urban Graphics Director Bally Meeda will be speaking at the 7th Annual Design in the Planning Process Conference on the subject of Using Graphics For Planning. This one-day conference which takes place on 25 June 2009 will helps attendees to gain an understanding of the key areas of policy related to ensuring quality of design through the planning process.

To view the film please click the following link:

RTPI Conference

CIH Conference `09

Fri, 22 May 2009 15:41:44 GMT

The CIH Conference is the UKs foremost housing, communities, analysis and solutions event. Featuring prominent speakers from business, the economy, the voluntary sector and housing. Hackney Homes have commissioned Urban Graphics to design their exhibition for the conference which takes place at the Harrogate International Centre, and runs from 16-18 June. The projects featured on the Hackney stand will include; Woodberry Down; Dalston Masterplan; and the Future of London Conference.

Spatial Planning and Sustainable Travel

Mon, 11 May 2009 22:24:59 GMT

Halcrow have commissioned Urban Graphics to produce the “Spatial Planning and Sustainable Travel” website on behalf of the Commission for Integrated Transport. The website will cover guidance, case studies and useful tools to provide information on best practice for integrated transport strategies.

Urban Graphics launch new company brochure

Thu, 09 Apr 2009 16:07:53 GMT

Urban Graphics is happy to announce the publication of its 2009 brochure. It reflects the diversity of the service we provide and our continued association with high profile and award winning projects with a broad and prestigious client base.

To download a PDF of our brochure please click here

To request a hard copy of our brochure please click here

Aylesbury Estate Vision

Mon, 09 Mar 2009 12:30:29 GMT

The Aylesbury Estate in Southwark unveiled final plans for the area on the 5th March at the Thurlow Lodge Community Centre. Urban Graphics played a major role in bringing to life the masterplan through a spectacular short film, CGIs, and commentary.

To view the film please click the following link: Aylesbury Vision

Aldgate Masterplan wins RTPI Award

Tue, 03 Mar 2009 12:11:22 GMT

In February 2009 the Aldgate Masterplan won the RTPI London Planning Award for “Best Conceptual Project”

Project Manager, Gemma Hotchkiss said:
"Urban Graphics were able to transform our words, drawings and pictures into a high quality, colourful and legible document. Their assistance in developing maps that clearly express
our ideas was particularly valuable"

Mark Woolf joins Urban Graphics

Sun, 15 Feb 2009 21:38:05 GMT

Mark Woolf has joined the Urban Graphics team as a Senior Urban Design Illustrator. He joins the team having formerly had extensive experience within regeneration with Scott Wilson, Project Centre and Milton Keynes Council.

North London DIF

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 17:41:40 GMT

The North London Strategic Alliance launched their one year on “Development and Investment Framework”. The document celebrates the achievements over the past year together with the on-going delivery of major projects. The document itself was designed by Urban Graphics and features case study projects from six North London Boroughs.

Aylesbury Estate

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 17:38:20 GMT

Urban Graphics have been commissioned to produce an interactive CD ROM which will include a short promotional film for the Aylesbury Estate Regeneration in Southwark. Part of the commission will include film footage of key areas as well as new Computer Generated Imagery (CGI).

Technology, Space and Place

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 18:12:21 GMT

Technology, Space and Place – a publication released by RUDI and designed by Urban Graphics. The publication covers the many aspects of how Technology is used to create places. With and article from Bally Meeda, Urban Graphics "Pictures speak louder than words".

Future of London Conference

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 18:16:22 GMT

The second Future of London Conference was held on the 21st October 2008. The conference was a roaring success thanks to the many organisations involved. Urban Graphics, conferences partners were responsible for the; corporate branding; conference presentations & audio visuals; as well as the short promotional highlights video which features an interview with Boris Johnson, Mayor of London. The promotional highlights video can be viewed from the following link.

Creative Bedfordshire

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 17:27:01 GMT

The Creative Bedfordshire website was officially launched on the 23rd October. The website was designed and developed by Urban Graphics. It provides a central networking hub for Bedfordshire based business to employ creative services locally. The launch included an introductory presentation from Bally Meeda as well as other presentations from artists and partners of the initiative.

Rostov Masterplan, Russia

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 15:17:14 GMT

The graphic design and desktop publishing for Rostov Masterplan is a collaboration between ARUP Cardiff and Urban Graphics. The suite of documents includes the; Main Masterplan Report; Technical Appendices; Design Guidelines and; an Executive Summary. Urban Graphics have been tasked with the production of the graphic design as well as the masterplan diagrams.

Graphics for Urban Design

Sat, 15 Nov 2008 19:51:23 GMT

Due to its popularity and critical acclaim Thomas Telford, the publishers of Graphics for Urban Design, have recently elevated the book to 'bestseller' status. The book provides an essential resource for practitioners, academics and students and will help you to, understand, commission and prepare graphic presentations for urban projects.

For more information on Graphics for Urban Design click the following link: http://www.thomastelford.com/books/

Technology, space and place

Sat, 15 Nov 2008 19:50:22 GMT

Urban Graphics have been asked by RUDI (The Resource
for Urban Design Information) to be the graphic designers
for a new publication called "Technology, Space and Place".
The publication will describe and illustrate the influence that computers and technology have had in place making over
the past 20 years. Topics such as CAD, 3D visualisations
and other technology will be discussed. A series of case
studies as well as reviews on the latest software and technologies being introduced will be included.

New Marston Eco Town

Sat, 15 Nov 2008 19:48:54 GMT

New Marston, Bedfordshire was one of 15 Eco Towns that were shortlisted by the Government on the 3rd of April. Master developer Gallagher Estates, working with Roger Tym & Partners and Urban Graphics, put together the successful scheme for the New Marston Eco Town.

Urban Design London Master Class

Sat, 15 Nov 2008 19:47:18 GMT

Bally Meeda, Director of Urban Graphics was asked by Urban Design London to give a master class on the role of Graphics within Urban Design. The fundamentals of the presentation were condensed down to 5 points:

Effective communication
Understanding the techniques
Images within the urban design process
The products
Software

The master class can be viewed on-line by clicking the following link: http://www.urbannous.org.uk/udlvideotraining.htm

Creative Bedfordshire

Sat, 15 Nov 2008 19:42:36 GMT

Urban Graphics in association in Bedfordshire County Council have launched a new initiative to promote business networking in creative industries. The aim of the initiative is to provide a central networking hub via a website, which will promote events and showcases. It is an opportunity for Bedfordshire based business to employ creative services locally.

Artists: Kristian Purcell, Abby Simpson, Ali Goodyear

Future of London

Sat, 15 Nov 2008 19:31:04 GMT

The Future of London is a partnership organisation made up of London Boroughs that are leading on high profile mixed community regeneration projects across the capital. The first annual conference (2007) included showcase of regeneration projects across London including Woodberry Down, Woolwich Arsenal and Barking and Dagenham Town Centre and Riverside. For this year's conference Urban Graphics have been made event partners and will be responsible for the graphic design and branding of the event. For more information on the Future of London Conference 2008 click the following link: http://www.futureoflondon.org.uk/

Rostov City

Sat, 15 Nov 2008 19:36:29 GMT

The graphics and mapping for a masterplan in Rostov City, Russia has been awarded to Urban Graphics. Working in association with lead consultant ARUP, Cardiff. Urban Graphics has been tasked with providing all graphics and mapping outputs including; desktop published reports; analysis and masterplan mapping; slide show presentation; videos; and animations.

Woodberry Down

Sat, 15 Nov 2008 19:34:59 GMT

Urban Graphics have won a UK wide tender securing a 3 year contract to become the preferred graphic design supplier for the Woodberry Down Regeneration project, currently Europe's largest regeneration scheme. We will be responsible for the graphic design and production of all material released to the public and stakeholders. This includes; video production and editing; maintaining the website; producing exhibitions; newsletters; and brochures. Our aim is to address design consistency and overall brand identity.

Upper Lea Valley Opportunity Area Planning Framework - Greater London Authority

Sat, 15 Nov 2008 18:31:35 GMT

The Greater London Authority has commissioned Urban Graphics to design and illustrate the "Upper Lea Valley Opportunity Area Planning Framework" document (OAPF). The OAPF is an eight mile corridor extending north from Lee Bridge Road in the south to the M25. Urban Graphics will be responsible for producing the mapping and the final desktop published report.