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How design can shape the HS2 project: 'Design Vision'

This report sets out the role that design can play in making High Speed Two (HS2) a catalyst for growth across Britain.

From:
High Speed Two (HS2) Limited
Published
23 March 2015
Last updated
6 April 2017 — See all updates

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HS2 Design Vision

PDF, 1.15 MB, 26 pages

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The Design Vision sets out HS2 Ltd’s aspiration for designing the UK’s national high-speed rail network. It also details how HS2 Ltd can deliver value for money by applying the best in worldwide design and construction.

The report discusses how focusing on 3 design aspects, HS2 will be a national project that will stand the test of time:

  1. People: designing for everyone to benefit and enjoy
  2. Place: designing for a sense of space that improves quality of life
  3. Time: designing to adapt for future generations

Further information on the vision, its purpose and members of the panel can be found in the publication provided.

Published 23 March 2015
Last updated 6 April 2017 + show all updates

  1. Updated to include preface from current HS2 CEO, Mark Thurston

  2. First published.

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