What is this BS 8895-2 about?
BS 8895-2 is the second part of multiple series that gives recommendations for the processes, information exchanges and responsibilities for design teams to incorporate into projects at the concept design and developed design stages of a building project. It provides recommendations on how to implement material efficiency after receiving the initial project brief at the end of stage 1 of the RIBA plan of work [N1] (preparation and brief).
NOTE 1 BS 8895-2 follows the RIBA plan of work [N1] stages and requirements, focusing on ‘Stage 2 Concept Design’ and ‘Stage 3 Developed Design’.
‘Stage 0 Strategic Definition’ and ‘Stage 1 Preparation and Brief’ are covered in BS 8895-1.
NOTE 2 Material efficiency includes optimizing material use, using reclaimed materials, increasing the proportion of materials with a higher level of recycled content, using durable materials, designing out waste, planning and enabling for deconstruction, waste reduction, reuse, and recycling. These are considered throughout the building’s lifecycle.
NOTE 3 For an explanation of the case for material efficiency including the financial, environmental and social drivers, see BS 8895-1.
NOTE 4 Annex A shows the core objectives and information exchanges in relation to material efficiency at each of the seven stages of the RIBA plan of work [N1] stages.
Who is this BS 8895-2 for?
BS 8895-2 on designing for material efficiency in building projects is useful for:
- Construction industry
- Civil engineer
- Contractor of building
- Manufacturer or supplier of building material
Why should you use this BS 8895-2?
Material efficiency is a key part of achieving higher levels of resource efficiency in a building project. Material efficiency encompasses the efficient use of materials throughout the lifecycle of a building, waste prevention and reduction, minimizing damage to the environment and minimizing depletion of natural resources.
BS 8895-2 sets opportunities and solutions for material efficiency arise during the planning, design, procurement, construction, in use (including refurbishment) and end of life stages of a project. This will help you to put forward alternative design, procurement and construction methods that can accrue significant reduction in waste and improvement in material efficiency during the construction period.