Dipl.-Ing. (FH) Rüdiger Pflughaupt
Sindelfingen
Mail: r.pflughaupt@mvd-plan.de
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An important part of MVD's DNA is developing the right technical solution from different perspectives. In many projects, we are involved at an early stage - as technical consultants alongside the architects and clients. The aim is to help shape the ideas constructively from the beginning.
In competitions, we are a proactive partner in the development of new technical solutions for future-oriented construction projects. To develop tomorrow's solutions today. We are eager to take on this challenge.
The support structure plays a decisive role for innovative new buildings as well as for the revitalization of existing buildings. The use of new construction materials, renewable resources, modern recycling processes, low-emission concepts and CO2-neutral load-bearing structures offer great opportunities. If they are not exploited, this can quickly lead to risks for value development. Our structural engineering expertise helps us to assess feasibility and develop alternatives together.
The earlier we are involved in the ideation process, the more targeted and efficient we can contribute our knowledge. It is often only a matter of small technical adjustments that make little difference to the basic idea, but avoid costly and time-consuming changes later on. Right from the start, we prioritize collaboration on equal footing, aligning interests and expertise to develop viable ideas together.
The design, the support structure and the building materials used can make a big difference to the sustainability of buildings. At the same time, buildings of lasting value require a vision that stands the test of time and a client who identifies with it.This means that many perspectives and parameters need to be considered in advance in order to weigh up the opportunities and risks.
To ensure that the vision unites sustainability, value retention, design standards and technical feasibility, it is advisable to pool the necessary specialist expertise at an early stage. These creative processes often lead to pioneering project ideas.
Maintaining existing buildings is an important lever for reducing "grey energy" and thus minimizing CO2 emissions. With a detailed analysis, existing potential can be identified and exploited using innovative revitalization concepts.
For the continued use of existing buildings, it is therefore worth examining the old structure in terms of durability, fire resistance, earthquake safety and load-bearing capacity. For new buildings and competition entries, it also makes sense to seek advice at an early stage on issues such as foundation options, groundwater or flood and fire protection. The structural design concept now plays a decisive role in many architectural competitions with regard to sustainability aspects and CO2 neutrality.