Planning ahead – What’s your 10-year Estate Strategy?
For newly built structures, this plan can be engendered at the design stage, with provision made for a maintenance schedule, for example. Having a digital plan of the building from its inception can help it be better managed from the outset and ensure that all aspects of its construction remain in optimum condition. Such forward […]
Houses of Parliament: how would Powers conduct a survey of this building?
The Houses of Parliament – a measured building surveyor’s dream What measured surveys would the Head of Restoration and Renewal at the Houses of Parliament need to ensure its ongoing safety and repair? A topographical survey – showing the building within its surrounding environment including gardens, roads and paths leading from street level into the […]
What is an as-built survey?
INSIGHTS What is an as-built survey? An as-built survey is usually produced at the end of a project. They’re used to illustrate where buildings, pavements, roads, and other features have been built. However, they can be carried out after different phases of construction have been completed, providing a point in time for owners to reference. […]
AR – is it the new reality for construction?
AR (Augmented Reality) is no longer something just seen in sci-fi movies from the 80’s, but has become an actual reality in everyday lives. What is AR? AR is an interactive experience for the user. They can see objects around them in their real-life environment. It traditionally uses visual and auditory cues to enhance the […]
From the top down: why are ‘as built’ surveys so important?
What is an ‘as built’ survey? ‘As built’ surveys serve as a record of any changes or variations made throughout a construction project. They show the location of underground pipes or utilities such as gas, phone and power lines, sewers, storm drains and their condition as well has building positions, roads, pavements and curb heights. […]