There are a few ways to challenge this, including CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) modelling and the use of alternative discharge stacks (e.g.
In the past, shifting a project to prioritise the environment was often and easily rejected or written off as something that could be and needed to be sacrificed on the altar of cost.Design to Value naturally seeks wider and synergistic value, leading, supporting and embracing these needs as an opportunity to innovate: the environment is not an encumbrance, but a space for crucial change through design..
Thinking beyond standards, Design to Value can look at absolutes and even further can look for redemption.The most significant and perhaps difficult question needed to be addressed in every project is: how can we not build things we don’t really need even if they have a financial return?A factory in Japan was due for closure and demolition as it no longer met the requirements for withstanding an earthquake after rules were changed following the earthquake and tsunami of 2011.
Studies to look at remediating the buildings had suggested the need to cease operations for 18 months, meaning the solution was unviable.Although the client was looking for the most efficient replacement factory, the Design to Value approach – combined with clever thinking and seismic modelling – came up with a solution to support the existing building.
This eradicated the need to replace or shut down the operation, saving the client more than £120 million – not to mention tonnes of embedded and emitted carbon in the construction of a new asset..
If building is the only option, then the hard questions need to continue:.We want to take on entire contracts in order to be able to deliver the complete solution that is best for our clients.
We will always be able to deliver the most value when we are engaged at the start of a project.. To learn more about our Design to Value approach to design and construction, sign up for our monthly newsletter here:.http://bit.ly/BWNewsUpdatesClick the 'play button' above to watch the episode, or read our 5 Key Takeaways from this episode below.... 1.
Career adaptability and multiple paths.Randy advocates for maintaining concurrent careers or 'side courses' that change every seven years.