Tibbalds’ Post

Celebrating 21 years Today, Tibbalds Planning and Urban Design is celebrating its 21st birthday, a milestone that feels as much about the people who have been part of our journey as it is about our achievements in creating people friendly places. It's a moment to reflect on where we started, the values that have driven us forward, and the many people who have contributed along the way. A Legacy of People Friendly Places Our story doesn’t just begin in 2003 – it goes all the way back to the mid-1970s with Francis Tibbalds and others who laid the foundation for the urban design and planning principles that guide us today. They remain as relevant now as ever as we see an emerging re-focus on new towns and good growth. For us, the real turning point came 21 years ago, when Tibbalds Planning and Urban Design was created, taking on the Tibbalds name and legacy. From day one, our focus has been on seeing planning and urban design as indivisible, as key and intrinsically linked elements of how we make good places including how they work socially, how they respect the planet and how they will support and meet the needs of those they are created for. The leadership of the founding director team, Hilary Satchwell, jennifer Ross, Jane Dann and Sue Rowlands, alongside the late Andy Karski, shaped the direction of this new practice and allowed us to build something special. Many people have been part of this journey and we have a lot to thank them for. Their care, passion and direction have driven our collaborative approach, where we seek to creatively solve challenging problems to support the delivery of quality buildings and places. It has not always been easy – and there have been some robust discussions on the way. But a positive approach to planning from strategy to delivery, alongside a careful understanding of the places we work, and supporting communities has always been central to our success. In this busy world, we should pause for a moment and celebrate it. Raising a Glass to the Next 21 Years So, as we celebrate, it’s not just about what we’ve done – it’s about what’s ahead. We’ve always had strong opinions, and that’s not going to change. Our commitment to making places people love and that are resilient, creating communities that thrive, and addressing inequalities is stronger than ever. Here’s to the next 21 years, and to working hard to continue creating great places! Cheers to the journey ahead! Hilary Satchwell, Katja Stille, Lizzie Le Mare, The Directors of Tibbalds Planning and Urban Design, 1st October 2024 Read more on our website: https://lnkd.in/e9wEVEYK To celebrate turning 21 we have been asking the team some questions about how they feel about Tibbalds. In this video we're asking what 3 words describes Tibbalds best? #tibbalds #tibbaldsplanning #tibbaldscommunity #tibbaldsfamily #employeeowned #tibbalds #tibbaldssocial #celebration #birthday #TPUD21 #peoplefriendlyplaces #collaboration #eot