lean construction, heritage and conservation Flashcards
What is lean construction?
A set of principles designed to facilitate planning, control and reduce waste
Lean construction emphasizes efficiency and value delivery.
What is the first principle of lean construction?
Focus on the customers
Understanding customer needs is essential in lean construction.
What does standardization in lean construction aim to achieve?
Manage and improve processes, reducing variation
Standardized approaches improve consistency and quality.
What is the goal of lean construction regarding waste?
Improve efficiency and minimize waste
Waste reduction is a core focus of lean principles.
What is a key principle of Building Information Modelling (BIM)?
Collaborative working
BIM and lean construction share core values in enhancing collaboration.
How does BIM support lean construction?
Helps identify design clashes and reduces waste
BIM improves coordination and efficiency in construction projects.
What is the main driver in a lean construction approach?
The customer and their experiences
Lean construction emphasizes understanding customer needs to deliver value.
What does lean thinking in construction offer?
Clear communication, collaborative practices, training, teamwork, and high morale
These factors boost productivity and ensure worker engagement.
What is the focus of value management in lean design?
Client values
Aligning design decisions with client priorities is crucial in lean design.
What is one benefit of standardization and prefabrication in construction?
Improves quality, reduces costs, and prevents time delays
These practices enhance the efficiency of the construction process.
What is advanced manufacturing in the context of lean construction?
Techniques such as control systems, high precision technologies, sustainability technologies
These technologies support more accurate and efficient project execution.
What is conservation in the built environment?
Maintaining and managing change to heritage buildings to sustain and enhance significance
Conservation aims to preserve historic buildings for future generations.
What is a Grade 1 listed building?
Buildings of exceptional interest (2.5% of listed buildings)
Grade 1 buildings are the most protected due to their historical significance.
What are the three grades of listed buildings?
Grade 1, Grade 2*, Grade 2
Each grade reflects the level of historical or architectural interest.
What legislation governs planning permission for building works on listed buildings?
The Planning Act 1990
This act provides special controls for alterations to heritage buildings.
What is listed building consent?
Consent required for alterations, extensions, or demolition of listed buildings
Local authorities must approve changes to preserve the building’s character.
How does listed building status affect materials used in alterations?
Restrictions on type of work and materials selected
Ensures that changes respect the original aesthetic and historical integrity.
What is the purpose of the Planning Act regarding listed buildings?
To govern the granting of planning permission and protect heritage buildings
Local planning authorities must follow the act to maintain architectural integrity.
