In order to enable a digitised planning process, the core requirement is to:.

To begin with a traditional design process and then, at a later stage, attempt to retrofit some form of DfMA means compromising the design to make it fit the system, or creating a non-optimised, inefficient system – resulting in a disadvantaged built asset.. Kit-of-parts architecture.In addition, where the design and construction industry tends to focus on the differences between sectors - segmenting itself into deep specialisms and viewing particular elements in isolation, we must instead switch our focus to commonality, anchoring the design and build process in similarities, not differences.

P-DfMA achieves this goal.For example, floor-to-floor heights are relatively standard across a variety of different buildings: schools, hospital wards, apartment buildings and certain office types.This is because the heights result from the size of people, rather than being necessitated by the requirements of a particular sector.

We allow for the height of a person, plus headroom, plus a zone for structures, M&E systems and architectural finishes.Recognising this reality, platform construction (P-DfMA) was Bryden Wood’s attempt to identify these types of cross-sector commonalities and develop a kit of parts which could then be used to build a variety of different sector types, but using the same components.

This allows the application of manufacturing techniques and processes, with consistent quality achieved, as well as facilitating greater economies of scale..

The manufacturing industry has long enjoyed the benefits of this design to value approach.Moreover, Jaimie and Helen explore the critical role of embodied carbon in sustainable architecture and the innovative technologies that are shaping the future of the built environment.

Learn about the strategies that are not only advancing sustainable design but are also setting new standards for the industry.. Click the 'play button' above to listen in, or read our 5 Key Takeaways from this episode below.... 1.Integration of sustainability and building physics.

Helen Hough emphasises the integration of sustainability and building physics in architectural and engineering projects.The goal is to design buildings that reduce environmental impacts from the early design stages through construction and operation, enhancing both sustainability and building performance.. 2.