Trudi Sully says that when looking back at where we’ve been so far, of course there are things which could have been done differently, but she reminds us that the point of learning, development and feeding back, is that it enables us to refine and make valuable changes over time.
The application of sustainable building principles, similar to those used in Passivhaus designs, is explored as a way to enhance living conditions within prisons.These principles focus on energy efficiency, good air quality, and ample natural light, which not only reduce environmental impact but also improve the physical and mental health of inmates.
Such designs show how prisons can be built to be both eco-friendly and supportive of inmate rehabilitation.. 5.Ethical considerations in prison design.Yvonne delves into the ethical challenges inherent in her field, particularly the tension between the need to improve existing correctional facilities and the ultimate goal of reducing overall prison populations.
She discusses the moral implications of designing spaces that are intended for confinement, highlighting the importance of considering how these environments affect human behaviour and dignity.The takeaway calls for a balanced approach that addresses immediate architectural needs while advocating for systemic changes in the criminal justice system.At Bryden Wood, we believe in a holistic approach to healthy buildings and wellbeing in architecture, offering:.
• the best air quality.
• thermal, visual and acoustic comfort.While there are pockets of the ecosystem pushing technology in areas like DfMA, Kanban and Just-in-Time (JIT) systems, the majority of construction remains relatively undigitalised.
At Bryden Wood, we’ve long been committed to the pursuit of digital innovation and construction technology.From our digital design configurator apps for schools and housing, to our transformational, cross-sector work with platform construction (P-DfMA), our goal is to use smart tech to advance a better built environment.
We’re always excited to talk to other industry players who share our goals, focus and passion for modern methods of construction, driving improvement by embracing change and leaning into construction tech.. We caught up with Craig Lamont, Chief Commercial Officer for Australian digital specialists, asBuilt, and found out how they’re using construction technology in smart and unconventional ways onsite.Lamont doesn’t believe construction’s lack of digitalisation is caused by a lack of industry uptake of technology.
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