2.11  Integration with Engineering Services

The structural, and mechanical and electrical services shall be a fully integrated with the architectural layouts in order to create a seamless design.

Mechanical and electrical conduits shall generally be incorporated into ceiling and partition voids. Exposed pipework and ductwork may be acceptable in specific areas where they are designed as an integrated part of that area.

All isolating valves and other items requiring particular access shall be positioned at convenient locations with permanent access provision ,which do not impede execution of the functions of the space.

Services shall be arranged in a clearly zoned spatial hierarchy in ceiling voids, risers and plant spaces.

The Contractor shall provide secure utilities services connection to those services which are to be taken directly from public and other utilities.  The utilities services shall be located to maximise access.  

Particular care shall be given to the locations of maintenance access points.

Access to utilities services shall be provided and the services clearly identified at regular intervals and at all locations where maintenance access is required, for example at valves and electricity connection points. Luminaires, fire alarms, and mechanical services, shall be co-ordinated with the ceiling layout and allow simple relocation if required.

The positioning of sockets, light switches, alarm buttons and manual call points etc shall be consistently located throughout the centre.