Thinking

Thinking

Motivating visions of the night time

Motivating visions of the night time

It can be a daunting challenge to re-invent local plans and policies to work more effectively at night. But a strong vision can motivate partners and stakeholders to engage in the short-term and to believe that changing their approach will have long-term rewards.

Launching Fourth Street's new project delivery service

Launching Fourth Street's new project delivery service

The restoration of Swindon’s iconic Health Hydro – the Victorian baths and dispensary that became a blueprint for the NHS – has taken a big step forward, with the appointment of Fourth Street to lead the design team and develop its restoration plans.

Fatboy Slim

Fatboy Slim

After DJ'ing a gig in the British Airways i360 this summer, Jim Roberts - director of Fourth Street - met up with Cook to discuss his views on Brighton, its heritage and tourism.

From Country Estate to Council Estate

From Country Estate to Council Estate

Jim Roberts reflects on a challenging year for the National Trust and dreams up a radical idea.

Change in Museums

Change in Museums

As museums and heritage attractions prepare to relaunch in a world without tourists, many will need to find ways to engage a local market that has lapsed. Dan Anderson describes a dynamic model of the resident market which points to the importance of regular product renewal.

Swindon's Heritage Boost

Swindon's Heritage Boost

Jim Roberts watched Swindon Borough Council's locked down Cabinet come to an important decision on two of the city's most important heritage assets. This is his reaction.