Zhang, X; Sexton, M G; Goulding, J S; Aouad, G and Kagioglou, M (2005) Performance modelling for the design of a hybrid concrete structural frame. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 1(2), pp. 83-91. ISSN 1745-2007
Abstract
The nD modelling research agenda is looking at how information technology can help to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the building design and construction process. Building design is a complex task as there are different, sometimes conflicting, factors to be considered. One of the key challenges for nD modelling is the integration of these factors into the design decision-making process. This paper reports on a collaborative research project that has developed HyCon—a design support tool that allows users at the conceptual design stage to carry out 'what-if' analysis in a virtual reality environment to consider various hybrid concrete alternatives against a range of 'hard' and 'soft' performance criteria. The 'hard' criteria allow contractors and designers to assess initial and whole lifecycle cost and production duration implications. The 'soft' criteria encourage the whole project team to assess and prioritize the importance and performance of design alternatives against criteria such as physical form and space.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | design decision-making; hybrid concrete construction; performance measurement; prototyping; simulation; virtual reality |
| Index terms: | modelling, nD modelling, concrete construction, designer, duration, effectiveness, performance measurement, construction process, research agenda, information technology, performance criteria, efficiency, project team, prototyping, lifecycle, design support tool, conceptual design, virtual reality, structural frame, building design, design decision, integration |
| Subjects: | architectural design, performance management, computing systems, project controls, performance measurement, research management, building construction, digital design, analytical methods, innovation and technology management, virtual reality, profession, organizational analysis, project delivery, architectural elements, design practice |
| Topics: | Project Management, Research Practice, Site Management, Quality Management, Organizational Design, Time Control, Digital Applications, Design Practice, Roles and Professions, Engineering Principles |
| Descriptive scope: | 2 PC |
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