Ricketts says that although it all works in theory, in reality, we’re not even at the proof of concept stage yet.
As a result, we’re able to give considerably more care and consideration to the design, procurement and construction of each individual part.Platform construction offers us a wide range of improvements when compared to traditional construction — it’s faster, safer and more cost effective, for a start.
However, one of the biggest benefits Platform construction offers is to give us more control, which ultimately facilitates meaningful embodied carbon savings..When we look to use sustainable design techniques to reduce embodied carbon in a building, we first seek to reduce the quantity of building materials used.After this, we evaluate the material type.
Although we do look at traditional building materials, like steel and concrete, it’s also important to evaluate how specifications might be changed and adapted for newer product options, such as low-carbon concrete.Future proofing is a consideration, because when new materials and improvements in the industry arise, we want to be able to make best use of them without having to substantially change designs.
We don’t want to have to rearrange all of our architecture, just because there's a new product available.
We can overcome this issue by designing flexible buildings, offering future use suitability to a number of different architectural typologies..By standardising certain elements, like in the apparel industry, there's potential for increased creativity and efficiency.
This standardisation can lead to mass customisation, where the construction process becomes more efficient, yet the end product can still meet diverse customer needs.. 4.Technological advancements and AI in construction:.
Iris discusses her early work with AI and how it's evolved to present times.She envisions a near future where AI and machine learning will significantly change the construction industry, from better data management and analysis to possibly altering work methods and material handling.