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The TFA Methodology

To achieve both for our clients, we have created a highly effective tool that combines Economic Success + Sustainable Solutions.

The TFA Methodology

Applied from day one in any project, compared to baseline projects, our clients can save up to

20%

 on Capital Expenditure

30%

 on Operational Expenditure

25%

 on Time to Market *

25%

 on Total Cost of Ownership

and our clients can realise market-compliant, user-centred and ready-to-certify projects that are

* approvals and utilities excluded

smart

efficient​

flexible + adaptable​

sustainable

We have applied this methodology over 37 years in 368 designed projects and 171 completed buildings, establishing strong expertise in 

Industrial Parks

Office Parks

Office Buildings

Office Interiors

Featured Project  10/2025 

that demonstrates the effectiveness of the TFA Methodology

10-2025

Bio-Tech Research Centre

Shanghai  2019-2022  Design Consultancy Buildings and Interiors

  Client's Requirements

  • One office building and one exhibition building

  • 7,900 sq m above ground

  • Schematic design in 2 weeks + design development in 4 weeks 

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  Client's Goal​

  • Efficient, flexible and adaptable office space

  • Efficient and cost-saving construction methods​​​​​​​​​​

  • Reduced energy costs for cooling

  • Landmark building

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  Our Solution with 80% of TFA Methodology

  • Unique building design by combining both buildings 

  • Strong and minimalistic design

  • Optimised, simplified elevation with reduced window area

  • High degree of prefabrication and standardisation

   

  Our Results

  • 20% Savings on CapEx

  • 25% Savings on OpEx

  • 25% Savings on TTM

  • NUA/Gross Area = 75%

  • All design stages shortened by 30%

If you're embarking on a new project

or aiming to review and optimise

an existing design concept,

 

leverage the TFA Methodology

for a design sprint or concept review

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