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RIBA Stage 0

Strategic Definition

Define the project brief, business case, and strategic objectives before committing to a design approach.

In Practice

  • Review client brief and project objectives
  • Assist with site analysis research
  • Compile precedent studies
  • Prepare initial feasibility sketches
  • Draft meeting minutes from kick-off
  • Organise project folder structure

For Students

  • Develop your own project brief
  • Research site context and constraints
  • Create a precedent study board
  • Write a design rationale statement
  • Map stakeholder needs and priorities
  • Define sustainability ambitions

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