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A concept is an abstract or initial idea that can form part of a plan or strategy. It is often described as a type of mental representation. In terms of construction, a concept is generally the initial idea for a project or development.
Concept structural design proposals from a structural engineer might include: Preferred foundation design. Frame system. Structural grid with column sizes. Primary and secondary beam sizes and spans. Schedules of floor loadings catering for dead and live loads.
Concept services design proposals from a services engineer might include: Weights and location of major plant and equipment. Energy targets. Insulation assumptions. Routes for the distribution of horizontal services runs including access provisions.
