The houses that £60 000 built
Language: English Series: RICS Business ; September 2006, 34-35(2)Publication details: 2006Subject(s): Online resources: Summary: Discusses how developers have risen to the challenge of building well-designed, sustainable homes for £60 000, as required in the Design for Manufacture competition. Suggests that Modern Methods of Construction (MCC), particularly pre-fabricated panels, are key to success and that quantity surveyors will need to fully understand MCC technology and procurement innovations. Includes key findings from the competition.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | Virtual Online | ONLINE PUBLICATION (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 134836-2001 |
Discusses how developers have risen to the challenge of building well-designed, sustainable homes for £60 000, as required in the Design for Manufacture competition. Suggests that Modern Methods of Construction (MCC), particularly pre-fabricated panels, are key to success and that quantity surveyors will need to fully understand MCC technology and procurement innovations. Includes key findings from the competition.