Digital Expertise from Cohesive Empowers Related Argent to Deliver Complex Urban Regeneration Projects

The Challenge

Related Argent sought to optimize project delivery and enhance lifecycle management for their developments, beginning with the ambitious Brent Cross Town (BXT) masterplan in London. This 35-year project, encompassing 50 acres of parks and playing fields, aims to deliver 3 million sq. ft of office space, 6,700 new homes, student accommodation, restaurants, and sports and leisure facilities. To achieve these goals while mitigating risks and ensuring quality, RelatedArgent needed a robust Building Information Modeling (BIM) strategy and implementation framework. This framework was crucial for streamlining collaboration, improving coordination, and enhancing decision-making throughout the project lifecycle, from design and construction to operations and maintenance.

Our Solution

Cohesive Group stepped in to provide comprehensive BIM expertise and digital advisory services. Our team developed a tailored BIM strategy for BXT, which included defining the scope of services and roles and responsibilities and creating a detailed schedule of deliverables for BIM implementation and management. Recognizing the need for ongoing support, the client agreed to expand our role to Strategic Client Advisor. This involved:

• Information Management Custodianship: We assumed responsibility for the information strategy across all infrastructure and development plots within the BXT masterplan, ensuring data integrity and accessibility.
• Sitewide BIM Model and Document Control: We provided expert management and coordination of the sitewide BIM model, establishing a virtual document control system to streamline information flow and collaboration among project stakeholders.
• BIM Documentation Development: Our team produced a comprehensive suite of BIM documentation, including Employer’s Information Requirements (EIR), Asset Information Requirements (AIR), and BIM protocols. These documents provided clear guidelines and standards for suppliers, ensuring consistency and interoperability throughout the project.
• GIS Support: Our Information Management and GIS specialists conducted extensive 3D model and data auditing and coordination. We leveraged geospatial analysis to provide valuable insights for planning and decision-making.
• Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Strategy: We developed a comprehensive O&M strategy to ensure the long-term efficient management of the built assets, maximizing their lifecycle value.

Beyond BXT, we extended our support by developing BIM strategies for Related Argent’s Tottenham Hale and Kings Cross estates, demonstrating the adaptability of our approach across diverse projects.

The Client Benefits 

By implementing Cohesive Group’s BIM solutions and strategic guidance, Related Argent realized significant improvements in project delivery and lifecycle management.

• Enhanced Quality and Efficiency: Standardized BIM processes and documentation led to improved quality of deliverables and increased efficiency in project execution.
• Reduced Schedule and Risk: Improved coordination and collaboration through BIM minimized rework, reduced project timelines, and mitigated potential risks.
• Streamlined Information Management: A centralized information management system facilitated seamless data sharing and accessibility, enabling informed decision-making.
• Optimized O&M: A comprehensive O&M strategy ensured the long-term efficient management of assets, minimizing operational costs and maximizing value.