The discussion underscored the importance of a data-driven approach in the field of sustainable design and construction.

single components that can be optimised for material efficiency.An Assembly e.g.

MEP cassettes, which efficiently combine key components and processes.Individual spaces e.g.a patient room, which has certain needs, regulations.

Group of spaces e.g.complex departments such as operating theatres, where all aspects of the room are dependent on each other to work properly.

Whole asset e.g.

when a Reference Design can be repeated as a fixed design c.f.The research has also led to interesting collaborations and networking opportunities with other Transforming Construction Challenge partners and beyond.

For example, Dr. Tom Beach at Cardiff University has been funded through one of the projects, with significant scholarly interest in his research on digital compliance checking.As a result of a link fostered by TCN+ with the Construction Innovation Hub, The Hub is now supporting Dr. Beach with some of his leading work.

Due to the sheer number of stakeholders involved in supporting these projects, the researchers are frequently making organic connections as they go along.These include representatives from Tier 1 contractors, housing and healthcare companies, as well as other research bodies like the Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC).