Design for Management
A design that looks good on paper may not necessarily translate into an easily managed operation, and we have seen, first hand, how an ill thought out design can have a detrimental effect on the product, impacting on both the tenant’s enjoyment and the time it takes to let the building.
Our experience allows us to work with the design team to ensure that the asset is designed for purpose and ensures the delivery of a well thought out, workable product.
Our services:
We believe operational experience should play a much greater role when discussing feasibility of design, management and installation.
The DFM process is at its most effective when our team are integrated into the wider development team and retained throughout the entire development lifecycle, allowing us to focus and respond to critical pinch points throughout the build process.
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Fundamentals
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Asset Design & Operational Considerations
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Transitional Period
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Orientation and Management Plans
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Support and advise on design and development as part of the project team attending development meetings
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On-site team appointment and training
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Full financial building and estate service charge modelling, inclusive of variable apportionments throughout the build process
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Space planning/layout and functionality – Control rooms, Management suites, Loading bays, Business Lounges, Fire control rooms, WCs and showers |
Service charge preparation |
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Advice on discharging planning conditions
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Waste management strategies |
Void cost negotiation strategies |
| Management company set up advise and input |
Access and egress control and traffic management |
Emergency strategies |
| Tenant handbooks and fit-out guides |
Maintenance and engineering considerations including smart building |
Energy procurement, metering and new connections |
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Technology – operational and financial viability |
CRC, ESOS and heat network compliance |
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Biophilic Design |
IT hardware and infrastructure set up |
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Wiscore technology |
Snagging and defects |
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3, 4 and 5G technology planning |
Interim or short term management solutions pre-service charge activation |
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Building or estate-wide apps |
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Virus secure and mitigating strategies |
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