Bordass, W and Leaman, A (1997) Future buildings and their services: Strategic considerations for designers and clients. Building Research & Information, 25(4), pp. 190-195. ISSN 0961-3218
Abstract
The authors explore strategic issues in briefing, design and operation of buildings and their services. Feedback from post-occupancy surveys suggests a need for better integration, less complication, and robust rather than optimum performance, with a concentration on ends rather than means. Emphasis must be given to usability, manageability and minimizing downside risks.
| Item Type: | Article |
|---|---|
| Uncontrolled Keywords: | briefing; comfort and control; occupant satisfaction; post-occupancy; usability |
| Index terms: | designer, briefing, survey, integration, occupant satisfaction, usability, comfort |
| Subjects: | organizational analysis, scope management, data collection methods, occupational health and safety management, user-centered design, profession |
| Topics: | Design Practice, Health and Safety, Research Practice, Roles and Professions, Project Management, Organizational Design |
| Descriptive scope: | 3 PCE |
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