Many times, have I experienced very unpleasant shocks on projects which have not deliberately iterated in this way.
Group of spaces e.g.complex departments such as operating theatres, where all aspects of the room are dependent on each other to work properly.
Whole asset e.g.when a Reference Design can be repeated as a fixed design c.f.MoJ houseblocks.
The image below is an example..The depth and breadth of value achieved is greater, the bigger and more complex the Chip.
The more co-dependent elements involved, the more variables and complexity the Chip has to resolve and the wider the implications of the ways in which Chips will optimise the design.
So while an inpatient room is optimised for patient comfort and the facilitation of day to day care activities, an operating theatre has more complex variables to incorporate: medical procedures, heightened levels of infection control plus the associated surgical staff, flows of clean and dirty consumables, carefully controlled flows of air, extensive use of medical equipment and data etc..Improving diversity and attracting young workers into construction.
Understanding how we can attract more people into the sector is vitally important when we consider shaping the future of the construction industry.Although it’s widely recognised that there aren’t enough women and minorities joining construction, Professor Glass says this important issue has been noted and there are people trying to rectify this situation.
She also believes academics and researchers could generate enthusiasm by sharing what attracted them to this stimulating, fascinating space, and discussing what motivates them to stay.. We also need to take stock of what competencies are needed in the construction industry, and acknowledge that digital skills must be made a priority.The UK government's decision to bring coding into the national curriculum means we now have digitally enabled young people coming through with these important skills.