Integrating New Technologies into the Energy Transition:.
Hosted by Architecture Director.Click the 'play button' above to listen in, or read our 5 Key Takeaways from this episode below.... 1.
Interdisciplinary approaches in prison design.Professor Yvonne Jewkes brings a multifaceted approach to prison design, combining her expertise in criminology with architectural principles.Her career has evolved from focusing on media's societal impacts to influencing prison architecture worldwide.
This interdisciplinary approach highlights the necessity of integrating behavioural science with architectural knowledge to design correctional facilities that are both secure and conducive to rehabilitation.. 2.Impact of architectural choices on prison dynamics.
The podcast episode discusses how specific architectural decisions in prisons, such as the introduction of in-cell televisions, have helped reduce communal tensions and violence.
This reflects a broader theme that the physical design of prisons can greatly influence the behaviour of inmates and the overall management of these facilities.Martin shares how Bryden Wood's foundational philosophy, 'Design to Value,' emphasises optimising efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and client outcomes rather than focusing purely on aesthetics.
This approach informs projects ranging from data centres to healthcare facilities, proving the value of holistic and strategic design thinking.. 2.Breaking down silos in architecture and engineering.
Martin highlights the importance of integrating multidisciplinary expertise within Bryden Wood to regain control over the design process.By bringing architects, engineers, coders, and data analysts together under one roof, Bryden Wood fosters collaboration and innovation, streamlining the development of high-value solutions.. 3.
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