ABSTRACT
This paper examines the ‘intelligent building’ concept. It describes the growth in demand for such buildings which is associated with the rise of the information economy and the need for better environmental control. A key issue is how far the use of Information Technologies within buildings will diffuse from large offices to smaller buildings. The production, operation and maintenance of intelligent buildings is placing new demands on construction, leading to new relationships between those involved. Enhanced skills will be needed in a wide range of occupations at all levels to ensure that these technologies are implemented safely and effectively.
