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SMART DESIGN FLEXIBILITY Overcommitting to a rigid design too early can create unnecessary constraints. At SPD, Smart Design Flexibility means knowing what should be fixed — and what should remain adaptable. We identify: • Core planning parameters that must be resolved early • Design elements that can evolve through assessment • Areas where flexibility can support negotiation • Opportunities to respond to council feedback without redesign Rigid designs often lead to: – Difficult negotiations – Loss of efficiency during revisions – Compromised outcomes But flexible strategy allows you to: ✔ Adapt without losing intent ✔ Respond quickly to feedback ✔ Maintain control over outcomes ✔ Reduce redesign risk Strong projects aren’t inflexible. They’re strategically adaptable