Standardised solutions facilitate efficient operation and maintenance, as well as aiding staff and prisoner wayfinding and navigation.. A developmental process, an evidence-based approach.
, “each project is unique, but an ethos and approach prevail.You focus on what you want the project to do, how it should best function and who it should serve - rather than a specific material outcome.”.
This may sound obvious but it’s a long way from what often happens.Client briefs by nature tend to be quite detailed and prescriptive, with the designer’s role limited to converting the brief into a good design with deviation from the brief discouraged.It was only by challenging the brief and focusing instead on value, and the barriers to value, that we were able to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients.. Our involvement in two recent FOYA award-winning projects is testament to both the commitment of our team and the transformational impacts that Design to Value can bring..
Learn more about our recent projects.to watch the full session on Autodesk's website..Here are the key takeaways from Jaimie’s thought-provoking presentation.. 1.
Interconnectedness is essential for innovation.
Jaimie highlighted how the boundaries between industries are rapidly blurring, creating new opportunities for collaborative solutions.This reduces capital costs, operational costs, and energy use..
Considerations for Right-Sizing:.• Technical and Plant Areas: Avoid over-allocating space.
External plant (e.g., containerised for weather protection) can often replace internal areas, saving costs.. • Structural Efficiency: Large spans add significant structural costs.Aligning internal spaces with process equipment minimises unnecessary spans..
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