Mapping the design process during the conceptual phase of building projects

Macmillan, Sebastian; Steele, John; Kirby, Paul; Spence, Robin; Austin, Simon A.

doi:10.1046/j.1365-232x.2002.00253.x

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“…Paper et al, 2001), construction services (e.g. Macmillan et al, 2002), and healthcare (e.g. Potter et al, 2004).…”

Section: Process Mapping Applicationsmentioning

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Process Mapping as a Tool for Integrating Human Factors into Work System Design

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2021

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This thesis explores the utility of a production system development process (PSDP) map as a tool for identifying process improvement opportunities with a focus of integrating human factors (HF) into work system design. In this university-industry action research collaboration with a Canada-based electronics manufacturer, 91 meeting events involving 31 personnel took place. The creation and application of the PSDP map led to process improvement ideas with an implementation plan over 14 sub-projects, as well as evidence of organizational change towards applications of proactive HF in design. Results showed that critical issues of PSDP mapping initiatives include data collection methods, scoping, level of detail, style, content and implementation. It was concluded that a process mapping approach to work system design is an effective method for identifying process improvement opportunities with consideration for human capabilities, though further research is required for implementing and sustaining process improvement changes.

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“…Paper et al, 2001), construction services (e.g. Macmillan et al, 2002), and healthcare (e.g. Potter et al, 2004).…”

Section: Process Mapping Applicationsmentioning

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Process Mapping as a Tool for Integrating Human Factors into Work System Design

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“…The methodology proposal is based on the state of the art (Appleton, 2011;Arioglu and Acun, 2006;Freitas, 2012;Van Hees, 2000;Macmillan et al, 2002;Veiga, 2009;Veiga et al, 2004) and the related research after contact with different types of professional participants in rehabilitation specifically by the inquiry, as well as its critical analysis. This allows to establish priorities and to validate and complement the main supporting procedures to an intervention on old renders.…”

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Rehabilitation of renders of old buildings in Portugal

2015

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The main purpose of the research is to present a proposal for a methodology to support the rehabilitation project of renders of old buildings. To achieve the objective it was considered essential to define the main types of participants and aspects to integrate the proposal. The research methodology consists in an inquiry presented to several professional participants in rehabilitation, a market study of materials and products available in Portugal, the design of a methodology proposal and its application to a case study. The inquiry sample totals 24 answers from the targeted professionals. A sequence of relevant supporting procedures consists in the proposal, which aims to provide a supporting methodology to decide and project in this context and also to be tested with its application to the building. This proposal was applied to an old building with load-bearing stone masonry walls and air-lime based renders.It was concluded that the assessment of the building and external renderings' condition, its diagnosis and of the supporting walls, the definition of intervention, the specification of materials to be used and performance requirements to comply, and also plans for conservation and periodic maintenance, are crucial. From the inquiry, compatibility between materials and complementary roles and points of view of different types of participants in rehabilitation must be highlighted. A proposal for a methodology to support the project could provide useful guidance particularly for architects and construction engineers, and improve the understanding of direct participants on site, therefore contributing for the correct implementation of the intervention.Keywords: rehabilitation, conservation, old building, render, supporting methodology, project INTRODUCTIONThe rehabilitation of old buildings is seen as necessary or, at least, as sufficient intervention actions to their appropriate safety, functionality and comfort, with respect to its architecture, type and construction system (Appleton, 2011;Cóias, 2007;Doehne and Price, 2010;Freitas, 2012; Paiva et al., 2006). Portugal subscribed substantially relevant charters and international recommendations in this (Appleton, 2011;Cóias, 2007;Freitas, 2012; Paiva et al., 2006).The building should be understood as a whole and not as a sum of parts, some to keep and some to demolish. Much of the degradation of old buildings is not the result of low quality construction or materials used but of lack of proper maintenance and a neglected approach. Associated with the concept of rehabilitation, the authenticity in form, function, prior use, exposed surface, materials and structure of buildings is also an important factor. In line with the guidelines contained in the charters and international conventions, certain criteria must therefore be followed on keeping the safeguard of a building, such as its effectiveness, compatibility, durability, reversibility and also efficiency. In a less intrusive intervention, particularly in architectural heritage, the safeguard of a...

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“…Artificial design processes simulated through workshops (e.g. Austin et al, 2001;Macmillan et al, 2000) allow to focus the research, by only studying one aspect or part of the design process, comparing different teams working on the same problem, etc. Observation of the design process can take place directly or indirectly.…”

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Managing the selection of energy saving features in building design

Wilde

Augenbroe

Voorden

2002

Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management

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Access to this document was granted through an Emerald subscription provided by emerald-srm:333301 [] For AuthorsIf you would like to write for this, or any other Emerald publication, then please use our Emerald for Authors service information about how to choose which publication to write for and submission guidelines are available for all. Please visit www.emeraldinsight.com/authors for more information. About Emerald www.emeraldinsight.comEmerald is a global publisher linking research and practice to the benefit of society. The company manages a portfolio of more than 290 journals and over 2,350 books and book series volumes, as well as providing an extensive range of online products and additional customer resources and services.Emerald is both COUNTER 4 and TRANSFER compliant. The organization is a partner of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and also works with Portico and the LOCKSS initiative for digital archive preservation.Abstract This paper discusses how project management styles and methods impact on energy conscious design decisions by building design teams. Within the broad field of energy conscious design the emphasis of this paper is on the selection of energy saving technologies in appropriately configured building components. The premise of the research is that these selections are not well rationalized. Choices of energy saving features in current practice are discussed against the background of available computational tools and the way these tools are used (or not) to enhance the decision-making process. Through empirical data gathering based on case studies, improved project management techniques that enable a more timely and rational selection of energy saving technologies will be identified. A follow-up research project that implements the findings in an operational design system is briefly presented to sketch the practical implications of the reported research.

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Mapping the design process during the conceptual phase of building projects

Cited by 8 publications

References 3 publications

Process Mapping as a Tool for Integrating Human Factors into Work System Design

Process Mapping as a Tool for Integrating Human Factors into Work System Design

Rehabilitation of renders of old buildings in Portugal

Managing the selection of energy saving features in building design

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