For instance, a client might express that they need a space to do.

This is because the heights result from the size of people, rather than being necessitated by the requirements of a particular sector.We allow for the height of a person, plus headroom, plus a zone for structures, M&E systems and architectural finishes.

Recognising this reality, platform construction (P-DfMA) was Bryden Wood’s attempt to identify these types of cross-sector commonalities and develop a kit of parts which could then be used to build a variety of different sector types, but using the same components.This allows the application of manufacturing techniques and processes, with consistent quality achieved, as well as facilitating greater economies of scale..The manufacturing industry has long enjoyed the benefits of this design to value approach.

At BMW and Volkswagen a common car chassis is used across all models.It’s the finer details that change from car to car - the wheels, trim, engine, bodywork… Similarly, Ikea use a limited kit of components to create their various pieces of furniture.

It doesn’t matter whether you’re making a bed, wardrobe or bookcase, most of the connecting pieces are the same.

Construction Platforms allow us to apply this same type of thinking to built assets.Among other things, it begins to help us fill in some of the digital gaps left by the construction industry’s more traditional processes.

It unlocks the potential for an automated digital workflow.PRiSM offers us a glimpse of what is possible.

It opens up our imaginations.. Digital Construction App Broadens User Understanding and Drives Value.Rather than creating PDF documentation about MMC processes and their benefits for housing design, we wanted PRiSM to aid understanding of core MMC techniques more directly.