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Integrated Design Process – Working Together for a Greener Tomorrow!
One unique aspect of Green Building is that it is a commitment that begins with the
very first elements of design and follows through all the way to the final details of
construction. And so, for sustainable design build projects to be as efficient and
successful as possible, it is essential that all the players along the way are given the
opportunity to help with the planning long before the ground is ever broken.
At RND Construction, our 20+ years of sustainable construction experience has
taught us how to build not just buildings, but also talented and committed consultant
teams who can help you bring your visions to life, one step at a time. The fact is, if
you want your building to be as eco-friendly and energy efficient as it can be, the
greatest opportunity to make positive decisions and design changes is very early on
in the preliminary design stage. If you wait until blueprints are done to bring in your
construction contractor, it may be too late to make some valuable changes and
improvements.
This is why we strongly advocate using what’s referred to as the Integrated Design
Process (IDP) when undertaking these kinds of projects. The IDP focuses on
involving all important stakeholders in the planning of the entire build from day one;
that means the owner (you), the architect (bring in your own or we can recommend
one), the engineers and of course, us (the General Contractor), all sit down to
collaborate and ensure we build the most efficient and green building possible.
RND Construction has been a part of several very successful IDP projects around
the city and we stand behind the efficacy of the approach. We urge you to consider
employing this process the next time you embark on a Green Building project.
Simply contact us and we will be more than happy to help put all the pieces in place!
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