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AJ 100 London and South East Practice of the Year 2009FX Interior Design Practice of the Year 2008

Scott BrownriggPeter Caplehorn Technical Director Scott Brownrigg Architects

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The Architects Perspective

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1New Principles

New Materials

New Construction Techniques

New Equipment

A lot to learn

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2We also have problems in current construction

Timber Frame

Interpretation Materials specs

Risk assessments Adequate guidance and supervision

These are amplified when applied to projects where sustainable values are applied

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3Minimise the risk Maximise the opportunity

we don’t know what we don’t know.

You need to close down the uncertainty and the risk to ensure that what you understand to be achievable actually is.

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4Domestic - Commercial -

Different perspectives

Challenges in each sector

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Fabric More insulation different types Air tightness to much higher standard Mass - lightweight heavy weight

Mix of materials complex

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Shading shutters etc

Solar panels water and pv Green Roofs Access limited Spread of flame

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7 Equipment and services

Heat Pumps Wind generators Bio mass

Mix of services

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8site, access ,Building access Fire service access Lobbies

Air sealing New layouts and facilities

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Photo-voltaic cells - electrical power

Solar panels - hot water

Rainwater harvestingSystem

Ventilation turbines

Motorised clerestory windows

Sustainable drainage

Excellent BREEAM rating

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Means of escape –

Safe routes Doors widows Green elevations Finishes

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Fire spread and Compartmentation

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Workmanship difficult to see what you are getting

Traditionally the weak points

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Challenges Ahead drawings need to be clear,

planning and building regulation approvals,

Monitor during construction,

Not easy to Identify defects and quality problems

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Winner OAS Award 2005 – Best Bespoke Development Outside Central London

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RED KITE House

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Lots to learn

Need to make progress

What about refurbishments

Final thoughts -

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Thank you