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Urban Design and Masterplanning

Masterplanning and Land-Use Layout Planning

Organising land use, movement, plot structure and open space into a coherent, buildable layout.

Participants in a studio session arranging block and street layout drawings on a large table
Illustrative image — master planning and layout work.

Course overview

A practice-based programme on preparing master plans and land-use layouts: establishing structure, allocating uses, resolving movement and plot geometry, and phasing development so a plan can be implemented rather than only illustrated.

Who it is for

  • Planning professionals
  • Architects and designers
  • Developers and estate managers
  • Public-sector and agency teams

What participants will learn

  • Translate a brief and site analysis into a spatial structure
  • Allocate land uses, densities and open space with a clear rationale
  • Resolve movement hierarchy, plot layout and servicing
  • Set out phasing and implementation logic

Curriculum outline

  1. Module 1

    Structuring the plan

    • From analysis to spatial concept
    • Land-use allocation and density decisions
  2. Module 2

    Layout resolution

    • Movement hierarchy and street structure
    • Plot geometry, subdivision and buildable area
    • Open space, landscape and community facilities
  3. Module 3

    Delivery

    • Phasing and infrastructure sequencing
    • Master plan drawing set and supporting schedules

Expected practical outcomes

  • An indicative master plan layout with a documented rationale
  • A land-use and area schedule for a sample site
  • A phasing diagram linking layout to delivery

Prerequisites

  • Familiarity with plan drawings and basic CAD or drawing software

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