This includes sharing insights from the R&D-led industry with contract manufacturers, generics and start-ups..

The project has since influenced further work with London’s Moorfields hospital.. Construction nomenclature and standards: from Modern Methods of Construction to BIM and Platform Design, it’s all in the name..Professor Glass points out that as the construction industry has begun to progress forward in recent years, new terms like Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) and platform construction (P-DfMA) have burgeoned into existence.

With so many industry stakeholders, it’s inevitable that we’ll face a certain amount of confusion and miscommunication as we await consensus on exact definitions.In fact, academics might spend an entire career trying to define a term, as these definitions facilitate clarification and understanding, enabling work to be positioned accordingly.However, it’s important that we agree to draw a line under the process at some point, asserting that a consensus on meaning has been reached..

Equally, we must recognise just how crucial construction standards are, particularly as the industry modernises and transforms.UK construction companies have been slow to enable staff to be part of committees where standards are created.

This is a missed opportunity, as all parties should be working together to advance the whole industry in this regard.

Regulations should have a significant and authoritative amount of input as they are developed, particularly given the long-term nature of the work, with buildings expected to last between 60-100 years.Different map data layers facilitate better understanding of the neighbourhood.

Simply select the typology of residential development you want to design, input your apartment areas and mix and start designing.. PRiSM allows designers to work with a range of housing types - linear corridor blocks, deck access, mansion blocks and towers.The app includes a pattern book of customisable apartment layouts.

Once you’re happy with your layout and floor plate, you can assess which PMH systems are best suited to your design.Alternatively, you can design your building with a particular system in mind from the start.. PRiSM is quick and easy to use.