Project Background: Repeat project win with long term client and principal contractor partners, sharing a vision for a series of improved outcomes.
Strong long-term client and principal contractor relationships
After successfully delivering phase 1 of the
The development is a collaboration with Schroeder's and Stanhope as part of the
A project with real ambition to do better
The project has ambitious environmental and social goals which are being collaboratively addressed with future tenants. The project has focused on minimising embodied carbon and resource use, is designed for adaptability and re-use, and minimises operational energy use as a Design for Performance (NABERS
TClarke Value Add: A high quality DfMA-led solution, ultra low snag level, delivered 8 weeks ahead of time.
A focus on a DfMA approach was core to the design of the external fabric and
Prefabricated Mechanical & Electrical risers.
Prefabricated,'Plug&Play' electrical distribution boards
Plug&Play lighting
This approach enabled a reduction of circa 8 weeks on the overall programme, significantly de-risking the project delivery as well as minimising Health & Safety risks on a congested roof plate area, It also reduced material wastage and lowered embodied carbon
Commentary: 'This projects shows our capability to take DfMA to the next level and show programme value'.
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'Core to the success of the RIBA Stage 4 to 5 development was the successful engagement and collaboration across the Design Team and all Trade Contractors. This was understood early in the project by the Client Team and adopted into the culture of the project by
'The attention to detail during the design period, along with the use of DfMA offsite approaches has significantly improved the 'first-time quality' of the installation.
'The MEPH services were digitally built, using REVIT software to BIM level 2 during the pre- construction stage and incorporating COBIE Data to aid in the future maintenance and life cycle management.
'Early phases of the works were carried out during the height of the COVID Pandemic, with many of the design team and contractors not physically meeting during the pre-construction process, underpinning the potential success that remote collaboration can potentially deliver.
'The project has fostered a culture of collaboration, has been non-adversarial and enabled organisations & individuals to enhance their understanding of the Digital Construction Process. It has also proven the benefits that early engagement can bring, within a well-focused team working to a common agenda.
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