While data hall requirements are established early in design, the chosen heat rejection system must adapt to local conditions, such as climate and water availability.

Describing the needs of all of the stakeholders in a project leads to a ‘problem statement’.Unlike a traditional brief, which works to corral a project before it even begins, effectively shutting down possibilities, a problem statement opens them up.

The problem statement pinpoints the gap between the existing state and the desired state (of a company, a site, a process) and defines the core values that will drive the project.This, of course, runs counter to how many architects and engineers work today.Normally in design and construction, a client hires an architect with a predefined brief in hand.

The very descriptor –brief– points to a system that diminishes the basis of a project, marginalising it to a minor, condensed idea rather than an expansive and radial statement of purpose.Design to Value, on the other hand, asks that clients rather approach every project with a question, or set of problems, to be solved – not a directive.

The architect’s role is to define the core problem and then to find innovative solutions.. To purchase this book, visit.In this episode of our Built Environment Matters podcast, Jaimie Johnston MBE catches up with Brett Rogers, CEO of construction supply chain company, Katalyst DI.. Click the 'play button' above to listen in, or read our 5 Key Takeaways from this episode below.... 1.

When we integrate supply chain data into the design and construction process, we unlock the possibility of Tesla-like margins.. ‘Normal’ design is usually a linear process, with bespoke supply chains engaged at a late stage.from vessels or emergency showers) also needs to be assessed – particularly on upper-floor office conversions.. Lastly, labs will typically use a range of gasses.

These must be stored and distributed, and appropriate safety systems installed.In some cases this can be relatively simple, while other gasses (e.g.

vaporised liquid nitrogen which is used in cryogenics, or oxygen which is used in bioreactors) can be very problematic – especially on upper-floors or where labs neighbour office tenancies.. 6.Planning.. Planning Permission & other approvals may be required despite ‘office to lab’ Permitted Development rights..