Andy Thomas

Design Review Panel Member @Thread Architects

Sheffield, GB

The Panel is made up of a group of experts from a range of built environment professions including sustainability, urban design, architecture, landscape architecture and development. Their background ranges from both the public and private sectors and represents local and national practices.Appropriate development schemes from across the city are presented to the Panel, who provide design comment during the Panel session. The Panel is independent and provides formal advice which is a material consideration in the Planning process.Schemes are encouraged at the earliest possible stage; early engagement with architects and developers is a critical means of facilitating the highest quality development for Sheffield. Good design does not have to equate to additional cost when integrated from the beginning and the Panel is keen to review schemes when the comments can make a positive difference.Aims of the panelThe aims are to- Continue Sheffield\'s transformation by encouraging high quality design- Secure design excellence in the built environment- Contribute toward our objectives to become a low carbon city- Assist in local action to tackle climate change- Help to reduce carbon emissionsThe Panel aims to support and encourage well designed, environmentally sustainable buildings and public spaces.