We used to block units of operations out in bright colours, using pink to designate an area that was only loosely defined..
The construction industry initially embraced volumetric modular construction as a solution to flatline productivity and inefficiency.However, the logistical, cost, and carbon impact concerns led to the development of a platform approach.
This approach, exemplified by Platform II, leverages the benefits of manufacturing at the component level while achieving manufacturing-like productivity on-site.It allows for fast, accurate, low-carbon frames, and efficient MEP design and installation, addressing previous concerns while enhancing efficiency and sustainability.. 2.Standardisation at component level with endless configuration:.
Platform II standardises at the component level, allowing for complete freedom at the asset level, akin to IKEA's business model.This method uses simple commodities like standard steel sections and in situ concrete with highly optimised interfaces manufactured at scale.
It supports endless configuration possibilities, enabling a wide range of designs and uses from a single kit of parts.
This approach mirrors strategies used in the car and consumer tech industries for mass customisation while maintaining standardisation at the base level.. 3.As a result, you will understand its weaknesses and strengths and gain the insight of your critics from an outside view; things that might be obvious but as you have been too close to your own work, you have failed to see yourself.
After having experienced a number of crits, you will become increasingly independent in seeing your work through other people's points of views.This has definitely helped me develop into a better designer; allowing yourself to be critical and realising this critical mindset is what will make you a better designer.. BW: What's the worse thing about them?.
M: Crits can definitely cause a lot of stress and nervosity, but as you go through your studies you start getting used to the format of presenting your work and understand what is expected of you, which makes the experience much more enjoyable and rewarding.Students sometimes wrongly think of crits as an occasion for your tutors to tell you everything you've done wrong, but should instead be seen as an opportunity to discuss the project and its aims objectively.. BW: What one piece of advice would you give to an architecture student prepping for their crit?.
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