Design and specification

Question 1

RIBA Plan of Work Stages and use?

Answer 1

Used to organise the process of briefing, constructing and operating a project
0 - Strategic Definition
1 - Preparation & Briefing
2 - Concept Design
3 - Spatial Co-ordination
4 - Technical Design
5 - Manufacturing & Construction
6 - Handover
7 - Use

Question 2

How does planning influence the design of a development?

Answer 2

Frameworks and guidelines for how land is developed, used, design requirements ie use, height and massing, sustainability

Question 3

What role does LPA play in design?

Answer 3

LPA ensure compliance with local and national policy, conduct pre app consultations, request amendments and impose planning conditions

Question 4

Examples of planning constraints that should be considered?

Answer 4

Conservation areas, listed buildings, green belt, building heights

Question 5

How to evaluate design from a cost perspective at an early stage?

Answer 5

Cost plans using area metrics and benchmark rates

Question 6

What is VE?

Answer 6

Value engineering, review design to identify cost savings or improved value without compromising function, ie alternative materials, simplifying design

Question 7

Building reg impact on design?

Answer 7

Minimum h&s requirements, energy efficiency and access, fire safety, structure