Discipline
Engineering
Structural, mechanical, electrical and civil engineering, from analysis to construction drawings.
Scope of work
Engineering on Bespoke covers structural design and analysis, HVAC, water and drainage, fire protection, power, lighting and low-current systems, and civil works such as roads, earthworks and utilities. Each engineer’s profile identifies the systems and project stages they work on.
Possible deliverables
- Design calculations
- System layouts
- Coordinated construction drawings
The final deliverables depend on the agreed scope.
Services and specialisms
4 services and 43 specialisms in this discipline. Open any of them for its phases and specialisms, and ask about it from there.
Structural engineeringStructural design and analysis, including foundations, the building frame and BIM coordination.7 specialisms
Phases
- 01Concept structural design
- 02Detailed structural design
- 03Structural analysis and optimisation
- 04Tender and construction structural documentation (IFC)
Specialisms
- Superstructure design
- Design of structural systems including reinforced concrete, steel, and composite structures.
- Substructure design
- Design of foundations, basements, retaining structures, and ground-supported elements.
- Structural BIM modelling (Revit)
- BIM-based structural modelling for coordination, clash detection, and documentation.
- Timber structure design
- Design of timber and engineered wood structural systems and connections.
- Seismic engineering
- Seismic analysis, detailing and design of structures for earthquake resistance.
- Structural assessment
- Assess existing structures, their condition and load-bearing capacity.
- Retrofit engineering
- Strengthening and remedial design for existing structures.
Electrical engineeringComprehensive electrical systems including lighting, fire alarm, security, telecom, and power distribution.8 specialisms
Phases
- 01Concept and detailed electrical design
- 02Power distribution and load calculations
- 03IFC electrical documentation
Specialisms
- Lighting systems
- Interior, exterior, façade, and site lighting design.
- Fire alarm systems
- Design of fire detection, alarm, and emergency notification systems.
- Security systems
- CCTV, access control, and security infrastructure design.
- Telecommunication and data systems
- Structured cabling, data, and communication systems design.
- Earthing and grounding systems
- Design of earthing, bonding, and lightning protection systems.
- Power systems
- Main power distribution, substations, transformers, and switchgear.
- Small power systems
- Final circuits, socket outlets, and dedicated power systems.
- Building automation systems
- Design of building management and automation systems that monitor and control building services.
Mechanical engineeringHVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and specialised mechanical systems design and documentation.10 specialisms
Phases
- 01Concept and detailed design of mechanical systems
- 02Sizing and performance analysis
- 03IFC mechanical documentation
Specialisms
- Air conditioning systems
- Design of chilled-water, direct-expansion (DX), variable-refrigerant-flow (VRF) and packaged systems.
- Ventilation systems
- Fresh air, exhaust, smoke extraction, and pressurisation systems.
- Sauna and steam systems
- Design of sauna and steam room mechanical systems.
- Swimming pool systems
- Design of swimming pool mechanical and filtration systems.
- Water features and fountains
- Design of decorative water features and fountain systems.
- Water supply systems
- Potable and non-potable water systems.
- Drainage systems
- Sanitary and wastewater drainage systems.
- Stormwater systems
- Rainwater drainage and management systems.
- Gas systems
- Gas distribution and safety systems.
- Fire protection systems
- Design of firefighting, suppression, and fire protection systems in accordance with applicable codes.
Civil and infrastructure engineeringPlanning and design of roads, utilities, drainage and infrastructure for public spaces.18 specialisms
Phases
- 01Infrastructure planning and design
- 02Utility coordination and network design
- 03IFC infrastructure documentation
Specialisms
- Roads and internal circulation
- Design of internal roads, driveways, and vehicular circulation systems.
- Highway engineering
- Design of highways, expressways, and major road infrastructure.
- Bridge engineering
- Design of bridges, overpasses, and elevated structures.
- Sewer network design and analysis
- Design and analysis of sewer networks and wastewater systems.
- Stormwater management and drainage
- Stormwater management, drainage infrastructure, and flood control.
- Utility diversions and sub-services
- Coordination and design of utility diversions and sub-services.
- Gas distribution networks
- Design of gas distribution and transmission networks.
- Irrigation systems
- Design of irrigation networks for landscaping and agriculture.
- Potable water supply systems
- Design of potable water distribution networks.
- Electrical power distribution networks
- Design of electrical power distribution infrastructure.
- Telecommunication and data networks
- Design of telecommunication and data infrastructure networks.
- Street and pathway lighting systems
- Design of street lighting and pathway illumination systems.
- Parks, playgrounds and sports facilities
- Design of parks, playgrounds, and recreational sports facilities.
- Water features (lakes, ponds, fountains)
- Design of lakes, ponds, and large-scale water features.
- Urban landscaping and green spaces
- Design of urban green spaces and landscape infrastructure.
- Site development
- Site grading, earthworks and levels design for a development plot.
- Geotechnical engineering
- Soil investigation, ground modelling and geotechnical recommendations for foundations and excavations.
- Surveying
- Topographic and setting-out survey of a site, its levels and its boundaries.
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