In the past, shifting a project to prioritise the environment was often and easily rejected or written off as something that could be and needed to be sacrificed on the altar of cost.

We will always be able to deliver the most value when we are engaged at the start of a project.. To learn more about our Design to Value approach to design and construction, sign up for our monthly newsletter here:.http://bit.ly/BWNewsUpdatesClick the 'play button' above to watch the episode, or read our 5 Key Takeaways from this episode below.... 1.

Career adaptability and multiple paths.Randy advocates for maintaining concurrent careers or 'side courses' that change every seven years.This approach helps professionals remain agile, develop multiple skills, and have options during economic downturns.

His own path evolved from architect/playwright to urban designer, professor, and now AI researcher.. 2.The role of AI in architecture.

He emphasises that narrow AI and generative tools will augment rather than replace architects.

The focus should be on leveraging AI for time-consuming tasks (like unit layouts) to free up architects to focus on their core competencies and creative work.This is an issue we’re particularly focused on at Bryden Wood, in our work with Platform construction.

This transformative kit-of-parts approach enables a reduction in the quantity and weight of building materials.With Platform construction we know exactly which components will go into a building.

As a result, we’re able to give considerably more care and consideration to the design, procurement and construction of each individual part.Platform construction offers us a wide range of improvements when compared to traditional construction — it’s faster, safer and more cost effective, for a start.