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Corresponding author: Theingi Aung
Email: taung@lincoln.edu.my
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Vol. 02, No. 01 (2024) 39-44, doi: 10.61552/JIBI.2024.01.005 - http://jibi.aspur.rs
THE APPLICATION OF VALUE ENGINEERING ANALYSIS IN
FAÇADE CONSTRUCTION: A CASE STUDY OF SIX STOREY
BUILDING FACADE
Theingi Aung
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Received 01.10.2023.
Sui Reng Liana Revised 22.11.2023.
Arkar Htet Accepted 12.12.2023.
Amiya Bhaumik
Keywords:
Value engineering, façade, cost
saving, Myanmar construction
industry, SAVE International.
A B S T R A C T
Value engineering analysis is a methodical approach used to find and
eliminate superfluous expenses within various domains such as projects,
processes, and the construction industry, with the aim of improving both
quality and performance. In order to achieve a harmonious equilibrium
between time, money, and quality, the present circumstances and
methodologies within the construction sector of Myanmar necessitate a
substantial amount of dedication and exertion. Due to this rationale, value
engineering (VE) is an established management approach that facilitates the
enhancement of project value and the realization of cost savings in
construction projects. The objective of this study was to identify alternative
materials that are more cost-effective than the original design for the exterior
of the hospital building, while ensuring that the chosen materials retain their
inherent value. Based on the findings of the study, the implementation of value
engineering techniques resulted in a cost reduction of up to 7.6 percent for the
façade work. This research assesses the financial benefits derived from the
use of Value Engineering (VE) in a six-story hospital located in Yangon. The
study specifically focuses on the utilization of materials of intermediate grade
for the facade construction. This research endeavor aims to contribute to the
existing corpus of knowledge on value engineering by conducting a
comprehensive analysis of a specific case study.
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1. INTRODUCTION
The size, complexity, and dynamic nature of the
construction industry act as a gauge of a nation's
economic development (Behm 2008). An important part
of project management while developing a building
project is keeping project expenditures under control.
One of the methods is through utilizing the value
engineering process (VE) (Berawi 2014). VE is a
decision-making process that is based on a systematic,
multidisciplinary approach. Its effectiveness is measured
by looking at the function that maximizes a project's
value. The best benefit of a project may be attained by
determining the functions necessary to achieve the
intended target value. Additionally, VE provides these
services at the most affordable rates while still