Property Management · 1993 · 14 citations · 0 references
ArchitectureBuilding ScienceDesignBuilding StructuresSustainable Building DesignSustainable DesignBuilding AutomationBuilding Automation SystemsBuilding OperationsGreen Building DesignRefurbishment PlanningSmart Building TechnologiesBuilding RefurbishmentDesign For RefurbishmentEnvironmental Performance IndicatorsEnvironmental Performance ModelingRefurbishmentRefurbishment ModelsRefurbishment Processes
Examines the context of design of intelligent buildings. Considers the potential to create intelligent buildings during refurbishment in the light of refurbishment limits – quality and quantity of space, appearance of building. IT and services distribution and environmental performance. Concludes that refurbishment to provide intelligent buildings is viable if IT use is not high and building limits can be overcome, since it is faster, cheaper and more environmentally friendly than redevelopment.