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Basic design and construction design: the differences
The basic design defines the building and is used to apply for the permit; the construction design details it in order to build and compare tenders.
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How many square metres per person does an office need?
The law requires 2 m² of free floor space and 10 m³ per worker, but an office is sized at between 8 and 15 m² in total per person depending on its layout.
How close to the boundary can you build?
The distance to the boundary is set by the municipal ordinance: between 3 and 5 m for detached houses and zero for terraced, semi-detached or party-wall homes.
What is the difference between a retail park and a shopping centre?
The difference between a retail park and a shopping centre lies in their format, the way they are accessed, the type of…
What are the differences between a shopping centre, a retail park and a shopping arcade?
The differences between a shopping centre, a retail park and a shopping arcade come down to their format, location, shopping experience, type…
What is branding applied to an architectural project?
Branding applied to an architectural project means integrating a brand's identity into the design and experience of the built space. It is…
What does a feasibility study include?
A feasibility study includes the preliminary analysis that makes it possible to determine whether an idea, project or investment can be developed…
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