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Podcast: The Value of Collaboration Between Architects and Architectural Metal Fabricators

Perkins&Will and Zahner have created a dynamic design process that speeds up decision-making, allows for more creative iterations, and delivers to clients the highest quality solutions. Nick Cameron and Ryan Sutton were recent guests of The New Horizons Foundation Podcast where they discussed the genesis, the process, and the benefits of this innovative workflow.

Podcast: The Value of Collaboration Between Architects and Architectural Metal Fabricators

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As building designs grow more ambitious with complex geometries, specialty materials, and high-pressure timelines, architects and designers are increasingly seeking the help of trusted engineers, contractors, and fabrication partners who can provide expert guidance on constructability and costs.

That’s what led architects and designers at Perkins&Will to create Dynamic Design and Feasibility Workflow with the designers, engineers and installation specialists at Zahner.

“Clip: On Working with the Best – Episode 7- The Value of Collaboration”
The New Horizons Foundation Podcast
“Clip: On Getting Serious – Episode 7- The Value of Collaboration”
The New Horizons Foundation Podcast
Nick Cameron, Director of Digital Practice for Perkins&Will
Ryan Sutton, Chief Marketing Officer for Zahner

Nick Cameron, Director of Digital Practice for Perkins&Will, and Ryan Sutton, Chief Marketing Officer for Zahner, discuss the pitfalls of designing without cost and constructibility feedback from fabricators. They also talk through the upside of making sure that everyone’s on the same page as early as possible in the design process.

“Clip: On Strategic Thinking – Episode 7- The Value of Collaboration”
The New Horizons Foundation Podcast

Highlights of the conversation included:

  • The case for collaboration and how it can change design and delivery methods, and create a competitive advantage;
  • The foundational elements of digital workflows; and
  • The benefits of this new workflow such as design productivity, fidelity and excellence.

Interested in learning more about Dynamic Design and Feasibility Workflow and how it could help your project? Listen to the full podcast episode here.

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