Commission for Architecture and the Built Environment (Paperback)

High Quality Content by WIKIPEDIA articles! The Commission for Architecture and the Built Environment (CABE) is an executive non-departmental public body of the UK government, established in 1999. It is funded by both the Department for Culture, Media and Sport and the Department for Communities and Local Government. CABE is the government's advisor on architecture, urban design and public space in England. Its job is to influence and inspire the people making decisions about the built environment. It champions well-designed buildings, spaces and places, runs public campaigns and provides expert, practical advice. It works directly with architects, planners, designers and clients. CABE's board members - its commissioners - are appointed by the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport. There are 16 commissioners in total. Its chair is Sir John Sorrell, one of Britain's leading design businessmen and a former chair of the Design Council. CABE's chief executive is Richard Simmons.