5.1.3.2.1.1.4 - Flexible and adaptable design
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What is flexible design?
💡 Hint: Think about how a space might change over time.
Why is material selection crucial in building design?
💡 Hint: Consider how materials react to different environments.
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What is the primary goal of flexible design?
💡 Hint: Think about the changing functions of buildings.
True or False: Life Cycle Assessment only considers the operational phase of a building.
💡 Hint: Remember the stages of LCA!
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Consider a building that requires substantial renovations to accommodate new office spaces. Analyze how adopting flexible design principles during the initial phases could mitigate this need.
💡 Hint: Focus on how flexibility in use alters renovation needs.
Evaluate the impact of climate change on material selection in future buildings. How might architects adjust their strategies to maintain flexibility?
💡 Hint: Think about local conditions and future adaptability in your analysis.
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