Book Description

THIS PUBLICATION HAS BEEN ARCHIVED.

Whilst this publication can still be purchased some of the information in it has been superseded by more recent research and standards. The BRE Group does not accept any responsibility whatsoever for any loss or damage, including - without limitation - indirect or consequential loss or damage arising from use, or loss of use, of data or profits arising out of, or in connection with, the use of this document.


Balanced Value is a tool for construction professionals who want to incorporate functional performance and "triple bottom-line" sustainability (social, environmental and economic) into their decision-making processes.

The tool is web-based and should be used in conjunction with guidance. See http://www.balancedvalue.com. This information paper describes the tool and explains it in the context of case studies and how it can be applied at three levels: entry, intermediate and expert (the expert level requires "Logical Decisions for Windows" software).

The Balanced Value toolbox is a web-based directory of design tools, with a simple analysis of what each tool does.

The decision making framework is a method for comparing design and specification options, allowing disparate priorities to be wighed against each other to provide the overall 'best' answer, according to the objectives and goals set by the user. 8 pages.

Contents:
What is Balanced Value?
Balanced Value Toolbox
- Benefits of the Toolbox
Balanced Value Framework
- Benefits of the Framework
Logical Decisions for Windows software package
Consensus building
Guidance
How the Framework is used
- Facilitation
- Multicriteria decision analysis
Scope and timing of Best Value
Case study 1: housing scheme
Case study 2: paving for a housing estate
Case study 3: roofing materials
Reference
Contents