'Design to Value: The architecture of holistic design and creative technology' - Excerpt 1

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Her conversation with.delves into the challenges and opportunities within the Australian and global construction sectors, advocating for systemic change towards sustainability, resilience, and efficiency through collaborative efforts, digital advancements, and modern construction methodologies.. Click the 'play button' above to listen in, or read our 5 Key Takeaways from Professor Jennifer Whyte’s Insights on Construction Innovation below.... 1.

'Design to Value: The architecture of holistic design and creative technology' - Excerpt 1

Visionary Leadership for Systemic Change:.Professor Whyte emphasises the importance of project leadership in navigating the complexities of the construction industry.Her work at the John Grill Institute for Project Leadership aims to redefine project management by focusing on governance structures and leadership approaches that are adaptable to the rapidly changing world, highlighting the need for leaders who can effectively integrate systems and drive outcomes that align with the evolving demands of society, technology, and the environment.. 2.

'Design to Value: The architecture of holistic design and creative technology' - Excerpt 1

Embracing Digital Transformation:.The conversation underscores the transformative impact of digital technologies on construction.

'Design to Value: The architecture of holistic design and creative technology' - Excerpt 1

Whyte discusses the shift from traditional practices to digital-first strategies, where the use of data analytics, BIM (Building Information Modelling), and digital twins becomes central to project delivery.

This digital shift not only enhances efficiency and collaboration but also opens new avenues for innovation in project analytics and stakeholder engagement.. 3.’ analysis of the Government estate identified the most common elements with the greatest potential to deliver the required assets – this was a precursor to the Construction Playbook’s ‘Harmonise, digitise, rationalise’ policy.

One insight was that 3 structural typologies represent most of the Government estate.These typologies were called Platforms because they embody the common features of multiple assets: structural grids, beams, columns, connectors, slabs etc.

Behind these commonalities lies a common kit of components, a much smaller set of components vs bespoke, traditional construction.. A limited number of components streamlines compliance.The analysis showed that in fact 70% of the public sector estate could be delivered by one structural platform: a mid-span c.8m structural solution.