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| The effectiveness of systems of physical or social infrastructure is
dependent on the quality of their design. Design is a generic skill capable of
being applied across many different disciplines, but in essence it involves
devising cost-effective forms, structures and processes which permit human
beings to achieve given objectives. Problem solving begins with a combination of
analysis and design. |
- Urban Design
- Building Design
- Network Design
- Project/Program Design
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Good design depends on a variety of factors, including:
- understanding of the practicalities of technology and its potential
applications
- imagination and creativity necessary to develop solutions for new problems
and circumstances
- understanding of client needs and constraints.
SMEC has always been in large part a design company with a practical approach
derived from experience in the implementation of concepts. This has been
recognised by SMEC's consistent inclusion over many years in the list of the 200
leading international design firms issued by the US publication Engineering News
Record. SMEC seeks to create a professional environment in which creativity,
innovation and the imaginative use of modern technology can flourish.
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