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	Within the construction sector, some roles are more creative than others. Professions such as engineers, architects and surveyors are taught particular approaches to problem solving; they use a common language and often have a clear idea of what is expected of them professionally. These informal rules shape problem solving approaches, or heuristics, which guide the innovation process as strongly as the formal rules.		Within the construction sector, some roles are more creative than others. Professions such as engineers, architects and surveyors are taught particular approaches to problem solving; they use a common language and often have a clear idea of what is expected of them professionally. These informal rules shape problem solving approaches, or heuristics, which guide the innovation process as strongly as the formal rules.

−	However, it is increasingly becoming apparent that the ability to take knowledge and resources and mobilise these with the correct technical skills leading to the creation of new products, processes and services is critical in establishing and maintaining a competitive advantage. ~~The speed with which a firm can innovate~~ is ~~also important~~.	+	However, it is increasingly becoming apparent that the ability to take knowledge and resources and mobilise these with the correct technical skills leading to the creation of new products, processes and services is critical in establishing and maintaining a competitive advantage. This is often dependent on a large team of people, and an increasingly complex supply chain with different levels of interdependent creative input throughout.

−	~~True innovation often comes from deep within~~ the ~~supply chain or organisation. Practitioners~~ should be empowered to commit time and resources to exploring new approaches and leaders have a role to play to help organisations move away from a risk averse culture towards a more creative outcome.	+	To enable the realisation of creative visions, practitioners should be empowered to commit time and resources to exploring new approaches and project leaders have a role to play to help organisations move away from a fragmented, risk averse culture towards a more collaborative, creative outcome.

	= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =		= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =

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	= Creative processes and construction =		= Creative processes and construction =

−	In terms of construction, the creative process involves the exploration of various strategies ~~that can be applied~~ to satisfy the requirements of a project brief. However, it is difficult to describe what the creative process actually is.	+	In terms of the construction industry, the creative process typically involves the exploration of various strategies to satisfy the requirements of a project brief. However, it is difficult to describe what the creative process actually is, and designers are not always open about what they actually do - often post-rationalising creative processes to form a narrative that suits the final result.

−	Building projects are generally divided into a series of stages.Some stages are more creative than others. The concept design stage is generally considered to be the first, and most creative design stage, however this can be a relatively small part of the overall project.	+	Building projects are generally divided into a series of clear stages through which solutions iterate an evolve.Some stages are more creative than others. The concept design stage is generally considered to be the first, and most creative design stage, however this can be a relatively small part of the overall project.

−	For more information see: Design stages.	+	For more information see: Design stages and Design methodology.

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	= Introduction =		= Introduction =

−	In very general terms, the term creative relates to the use of the imagination to produce ~~a piece of work~~ (such ~~as a single~~ idea~~, a complex concept~~, an artistic work and so on) ~~that is unlike anything else~~. It can describe how someone uses ~~his or her~~ imagination or it can explain a process that results in ~~the introduction of~~ something that is ~~wholly~~ original (rather than being a derivative ~~copy~~, variation or imitation of something else).	+	In very general terms, the term 'creative' relates to the use of the imagination to produce something (such an idea, an artistic work, a building and so on). It can describe how someone uses their imagination or it can explain a process that results in something that is in some way original (rather than being a direct derivative, variation or imitation of something else).

−	A person who is employed in a field or capacity that requires creative work is sometimes called “a creative”~~. These people may also be referred to as artists~~.	+	A person who is employed in a field or capacity that requires creative work is sometimes called “a creative”.

	= Creative people =		= Creative people =

−	Creatives are people who exhibit the ability to view things from a ~~different~~ perspective. They ~~may~~ be unconventional ~~in their beliefs and actions. They are sometimes seen as clear headed thought leaders; at other times~~, ~~they may be seen as~~ eccentric and undisciplined ~~inventors. Some creative people may not excel at coming up with new concepts~~, but ~~they~~ may be ~~keen to consider alternatives when it comes to solving problems~~.	+	Creatives are people who exhibit the ability to view things from a new perspective. They can sometimes be unconventional, eccentric and undisciplined, but may also be clear-headed thought leaders.

	The linguistic Dr Munir Shuib has identified five characteristics that can be associated with creative people:		The linguistic Dr Munir Shuib has identified five characteristics that can be associated with creative people:

	* They are risk takers. This willingness to take risks allows them to explore numerous possibilities.		* They are risk takers. This willingness to take risks allows them to explore numerous possibilities.
−	* They are not failure averse~~. Since creative people are not afraid of risk~~, ~~they~~ see failure as ~~a challenge; it is all~~ part of the learning process that can result in something new.	+	* They are not failure averse, but see failure as part of the learning process that can result in something new.
−	* They are not afraid to be different. For creative people, the opinion of others regarding conventional or acceptable appearances or norms is not ~~worth consideration~~.	+	* They are not afraid to be different. For creative people, the opinion of others regarding conventional or acceptable appearances or norms is not a limiting factor.
−	* They strive to push boundaries. This curiosity pushes creative people to think in original or unusual ways. By repeatedly asking the question ‘what if….?’ a creative person searches for new answers ~~- ultimately leading to innovative approaches~~.	+	* They strive to push boundaries. This curiosity pushes creative people to think in original or unusual ways. By repeatedly asking the question ‘what if….?’ a creative person searches for new answers.
	* They tend to have a fluid approach to decision making. Creative people do not fixate on a single path to come up with new ideas. This flexibility fosters an agile, adaptable thought process that benefits from evolving thought processes.		* They tend to have a fluid approach to decision making. Creative people do not fixate on a single path to come up with new ideas. This flexibility fosters an agile, adaptable thought process that benefits from evolving thought processes.

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	* Edward de Bono, [https://www.amazon.co.uk/Tactics-Science-Success-Edward-Bono/dp/1861975376 Tactics, The art & science of success].		* Edward de Bono, [https://www.amazon.co.uk/Tactics-Science-Success-Edward-Bono/dp/1861975376 Tactics, The art & science of success].
−	* Edward de Bono, The Use of Lateral Thinking.	+	* Edward de Bono, [https://www.amazon.co.uk/Use-Lateral-Thinking-Edward-Bono/dp/0140137882 The Use of Lateral Thinking].
	* Izam Fairus Kamaruddin, [https://news.usm.my/index.php/english-news/4854-5-main-characteristics-of-creative-people-see-if-you-have-any-of-those 5 main characteristics of creative people - see if you have any of those].		* Izam Fairus Kamaruddin, [https://news.usm.my/index.php/english-news/4854-5-main-characteristics-of-creative-people-see-if-you-have-any-of-those 5 main characteristics of creative people - see if you have any of those].
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−	* Edward de Bono, Tactics, The art & science of success.	+	* Edward de Bono, [https://www.amazon.co.uk/Tactics-Science-Success-Edward-Bono/dp/1861975376 Tactics, The art & science of success].
	* Edward de Bono, The Use of Lateral Thinking.		* Edward de Bono, The Use of Lateral Thinking.
	* Izam Fairus Kamaruddin, [https://news.usm.my/index.php/english-news/4854-5-main-characteristics-of-creative-people-see-if-you-have-any-of-those 5 main characteristics of creative people - see if you have any of those].		* Izam Fairus Kamaruddin, [https://news.usm.my/index.php/english-news/4854-5-main-characteristics-of-creative-people-see-if-you-have-any-of-those 5 main characteristics of creative people - see if you have any of those].

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= Introduction =

In very general terms, the term creative relates to the use of the imagination to produce a piece of work (such as a single idea, a complex concept, an artistic work and so on) that is unlike anything else. It can describe how someone uses his or her imagination or it can explain a process that results in the introduction of something that is wholly original (rather than being a derivative copy, variation or imitation of something else).

A person who is employed in a field or capacity that requires creative work is sometimes called “a creative”. These people may also be referred to as artists.

= Creative people =

Creatives are people who exhibit the ability to view things from a different perspective. They may be unconventional in their beliefs and actions. They are sometimes seen as clear headed thought leaders; at other times, they may be seen as eccentric and undisciplined inventors. Some creative people may not excel at coming up with new concepts, but they may be keen to consider alternatives when it comes to solving problems.

The linguistic Dr Munir Shuib has identified five characteristics that can be associated with creative people:

* They are risk takers. This willingness to take risks allows them to explore numerous possibilities.
* They are not failure averse. Since creative people are not afraid of risk, they see failure as a challenge; it is all part of the learning process that can result in something new.
* They are not afraid to be different. For creative people, the opinion of others regarding conventional or acceptable appearances or norms is not worth consideration.
* They strive to push boundaries. This curiosity pushes creative people to think in original or unusual ways. By repeatedly asking the question ‘what if….?’ a creative person searches for new answers - ultimately leading to innovative approaches.
* They tend to have a fluid approach to decision making. Creative people do not fixate on a single path to come up with new ideas. This flexibility fosters an agile, adaptable thought process that benefits from evolving thought processes.

Shuib bases some of his ideas on the work of Edward de Bono, the Maltese physician, philosopher and author who originated and explored the concept of lateral thinking. According to de Bono, lateral thinking deliberately distances itself from the idea that the creative process relies on vertical logic as a method of problem solving. Instead, lateral thinking “...has to do with new ways of looking at things and new ideas of every sort.”

In his book, The Use of Lateral Thinking, de Bono writes, “Creative thinking is a special part of lateral thinking which covers a wider field. Sometimes the achievements of lateral thinking are genuine creations, at other times they are nothing more than a new way of looking at things, and hence, somewhat less than full creations. Creative thinking often requires a talent for expression, whereas lateral thinking is open to everyone who is interested in new ideas.”

= Creative processes and construction =

In terms of construction, the creative process involves the exploration of various strategies that can be applied to satisfy the requirements of a project brief. However, it is difficult to describe what the creative process actually is.

Building projects are generally divided into a series of stages.Some stages are more creative than others. The concept design stage is generally considered to be the first, and most creative design stage, however this can be a relatively small part of the overall project.

For more information see: Design stages.

= Creativity, innovation and construction =

Within the construction sector, some roles are more creative than others. Professions such as engineers, architects and surveyors are taught particular approaches to problem solving; they use a common language and often have a clear idea of what is expected of them professionally. These informal rules shape problem solving approaches, or heuristics, which guide the innovation process as strongly as the formal rules.

However, it is increasingly becoming apparent that the ability to take knowledge and resources and mobilise these with the correct technical skills leading to the creation of new products, processes and services is critical in establishing and maintaining a competitive advantage. The speed with which a firm can innovate is also important.

True innovation often comes from deep within the supply chain or organisation. Practitioners should be empowered to commit time and resources to exploring new approaches and leaders have a role to play to help organisations move away from a risk averse culture towards a more creative outcome.

= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =

* Construction innovation.
* Design.
* Design methodology for building projects.
* The impact of digital on civil engineering.
* What is design?

= External resources =

* Edward de Bono, Tactics, The art & science of success.
* Edward de Bono, The Use of Lateral Thinking.
* Izam Fairus Kamaruddin, [https://news.usm.my/index.php/english-news/4854-5-main-characteristics-of-creative-people-see-if-you-have-any-of-those 5 main characteristics of creative people - see if you have any of those].