Being able to create new spaces means the building will have a longer lifespan with fewer major changes.. Having the ability to add or remove services to suit internal layout changes or adapt to a changing climate will allow the building to be used for longer.

Together with Martin Wood, and John Dyson (Vice President Global Capital Projects) Steven has developed an approach, called the ‘Front End Factory’, that has been in use by GSK for about two years now to make high level strategic decisions about all their capital investments worldwide..Recently, Steven also obtained a Diploma in Advanced Architectural Studies (The Bartlett Faculty of the Built Environment, University College London).

This course brings together within a single theoretical and analytical framework, known as Space Syntax, the study of architecture from the scale of buildings to entire cities.The course is closely linked to the Space Syntax Laboratory, one of the world’s leading architecture research groups, which forms part of the Bartlett’s ‘Space’ research group.The discussion praises the strategy's long-term vision, focus on key sectors (advanced manufacturing, life sciences, digital), and systemic approach to economic issues.However, it examines the absence of a detailed 'industrialisation strategy,' highlighting gaps in integrating academia with industry, supporting early-stage investment, and overcoming cultural barriers to productivity.

The conversation advocates for a clear national vision and enhanced collaboration across education, commerce, and finance to drive sustainable growth.. Click the 'play button' above to watch the episode, or read our 5 Key Takeaways from this episode below.... 1.A Long-Term Strategy is Positive, But 'Industrialisation' is Missing:.

While setting out a 10-year industrial strategy is seen as a positive step for stability and clarity, the document is an 'industrial strategy' but not truly an 'industrialisation strategy.'.

It identifies areas for growth but doesn't detail.Prepare a material inventory with opportunities to reuse materials.

Prepare a Circular Economy Statement which describes the strategies that the project is going to adopt.This ensures everyone is working with the same processes in mind and any risks are known and managed from the outset.. Maximise reuse in the built environment.

The key sustainable construction principle for reducing the quantity of new materials used in the industry is to build less.This is most easily achieved by reusing existing building stock.