Consulting Electronics Engineers for the Built Environment
Building Management and Control Systems
- We can't continue to build and manage our building the way we do -
♦ A profession practice focused on improving the profitability of the built environment
♦ A professional practice dedicated to the use of modern control systems to enhance the behaviour of the built environment - energy management - security - productivity
" Sustainable design is not a recent concept - it's a recently lost one " Chris Reardon, Australia's green building guide
Building Services for next gen habitats.
- Electronics systems for highly serviced buidings - Life Safety and Building Management Systems - Security Systems ( CCTV, Access Control ) - Energy Management ( Sustainable Buildings ) - Audio Visual Technologies ( AV ) for highly serviced buildings
Integrating PV Energy in the Built Environment
Architects and builing contractors might play an important role in the integration of PV energy in the built environment.They have the option of incorporating PV systems in their designs, although in practice the client will probably make the decision. By applying PV systems in their designs, architects might stimulate the demand for a variety of products (different colours, flexibility, shape, or size).Integration of PV places restrictions on the architectural design of buildings. On the other hand it could be a challenge for architects to apply PV and make creative and aesthetically successful designs. The lack of PV experience could form a barrier, not only for architects, but also for building contractors. For example, a proper finishing of the edges or the connection of the modules with other roof parts (chimneys, windows, etc.) could cause problems. Standardisation could play an important role in this matter.
