Stage 1 - Preparation & brief
The typical constructure cycle
Use Feedback from Post Occupancy Evaluation, precedent review data,
Site Surveys, and past experience of the client's Facilities Management
team (if applicable) to state clear, deliverable and ambitious Sustainability
Outcomes in the Project Brief.
Use Feasibility Studies to verify that the Sustainability Outcomes can be
achieved on the site within the Project Budget.
Verify local authority sustainability requirements (e.g. enhanced regulatory
requirements or assessment methods to be used). Define certification
requirements, including timetable for assessor appointments and early
stage client actions.
Identify sustainability expertise required, include it within the Responsibility
Matrix and appoint consultants.