Building Without Grids: Design Efficiency Through Surface-Based Design Delivery

Boston Logan Airport's new, award-winning Terminal E was constructed via a bold, innovative partnership between the builders and designers that was embedded in the modeling and contractual documentation. The structure was built without a traditional grid, instead relying on 3D undulating surfaces to govern trade coordination. This project is the future of design and construction. Join us to learn how weeks and months were shaved off the process by allowing for accelerated coordination and redesign along with expedited review of shop drawings—all without sacrificing quality or risk in the field.

Learning Objectives

  1. Discover a new methodology for builder-designer collaboration that goes beyond traditional construction drawings.
  2. Explore the impact of careful planning in procurement to support subsequent efficient construction and design of critical design elements.
  3. Discuss the opportunities to push the limitations of traditional construction documentation.
  4. Learn how to increase design production efficiencies while also improving quality control.