Testing Digital Workflows on Building Renovations: The Case Study of F10 New Law Building for the University of Sydney

In recent years, digital tools and technologies like parametric design, computational modeling, and advanced manufacturing have disrupted the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction sector. Despite traditionally slow adoption, these tools have the potential to revolutionize building design and construction. While many case studies demonstrate the cost, energy, and carbon savings achieved through their application in new and large-scale projects, their potential for retrofitting existing buildings remains largely unexplored. This chapter presents a case study of a façade retrofit at the University of Sydney’s ‘F10—New Law Building’ to showcase the benefits of digital technologies in analyzing, reconfiguring, and optimizing existing structures. The authors utilized various digital workflows to assess the façade’s condition, evaluate design options, and involve stakeholders in identifying optimal solutions.