This however is a key aspect of Bryden Wood’s Design to Value approach and for me has always seemed like a natural extension of our long-term quest to deliver better design through a deeper understanding of how buildings really work.. Others at Bryden Wood have already.

This approach not only reshapes business ethics but also strategically aligns with innovative industry practices like Integrated Project Delivery.. 2.Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) as a game-changer:.

Tim Coldwell highlighted IPD, describing it as a collaborative framework where multiple partners (e.g., general contractors, architects, and various consultants) work under a single multi-party contract.This model ensures shared risks and rewards, which significantly enhances alignment and efficiency among stakeholders.This approach, which Chandos advocates for, represents a shift towards more cooperative and integrated methods in the construction industry, promising better project outcomes and sustainability.. 3.

Focus on community and inclusion:.Through various initiatives, including the use of social procurement mechanisms and community benefit agreements, Chandos leverages its projects to provide social value.

These efforts are aligned with IPD principles by ensuring that projects not only meet technical specifications but also contribute positively to the communities involved.. 4.

Economic and workforce impact:.Embodied Carbon Primer.

are being published by LETI - the London Energy Transformation Initiative.LETI is a voluntary network of over 1000 built environment professionals who are working together to put London on the path to a zero carbon future.

The publications will be free to access and are being backed by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and the Chartered Institution of Building Service Engineers (CIBSE), as well leading businesses.Gary Clark, Chair of RIBA Sustainable Futures Group, comments, ‘2020 is the year of climate action.