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Keywords

1. Buildability

2. Studies of buildability and constru…

3. Focus on design stage for improvi…

4. Problems of buildability and constr…5. Designer tasks to ensure better bu…

6. Conclusion

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doi:10.1016/j.destud.2005.10.003

Design StudiesVolume 27, Iss ue 4, J uly 2006, Pages 457–479

Contributions of designers to improving buildability and

constructability

Patrick T.I. Lam , , Franky W.H. Wong, Albert P.C. Chan

Available online 27 December 2005

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 This paper highlights that design teams should take the lead to enhance the buildability and constructability

of their projects. Through a questionnaire survey, the significant factors affecting buildability have been

identified and classified into those related to the design process and design outcome, respectively. Results

show that efforts in (i) carrying out thorough site and ground investigations prior to design; (ii) coordinating

design documents, components, and working sequences; as well as (iii) designing for standardisation,

repetition, safety and ease of construction, would enhance buildability and constructability for any given

projects. The ANOVA statistical technique has also identified 3 buildability attributes associated with (a)

below-ground works on nearby buildings, (b) imports of materials and (c) working space on site, which had

statistically significant differences among the perceptions of Clients, Consultants and Contractors.

Keywords

design management; design process; design practice; buildability

Corresponding author: Dr. P . T. I. Lam.

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