on first term vs. life cycle cost, for applicable items,
needs to be presented in order that an informed judgment
can be made. Design and/or materials that impart dollars
wisely spent are to be pursued while avoiding opulence or
the illusion thereof.
2.
Passive cost savings is also recognized as working smart,
producing favorable contractual procurement and leaving
the client with a good value as towards future
replacement. Examples of this are consolidation of
selections with design planning that produces variety.
Other design systems that follow the above practices and
offer saving are encouraged.
E.
Criteria:
Program Guide, PG-18-14, Room Finishes, is what the project
budget is developed from and will produce a product within
that budget. The regional difference will indicate when the
need is appropriate to deviate. Written justification
documenting the request is to be provided by the requester and
must be approved. It is expedient for the A/E to present
indigenous materials which they have had good experience with.
Refer to the architectural design manual for further
discussion.
F.
Wayfinding:
A "wayfinding" process needs to be designed into every
project. Visitors and staff need to know where they are, what
their destination is, how to get there and have the ability to
return. Identification, personalization of occupied spaces and
orientation are all to be addressed in the design. Wayfinding
is to be thought of broadly; building elements, color, texture
and pattern cues, as well as a coordinated set-up for separate
contacted signage and artwork.
Note, that signage within this contract is basically limited
to code, life safety, and standard room signs. A separate
contact will supply directories and addition requirements.
Refer to the architectural manual and VA Signage Design Guide
for guidance on signage.
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