LORIN service
Security by Design
Security by Design integrates protective requirements into the planning and development of the built environment, avoiding costly late-stage changes and disconnected security systems. The design must respect architecture, operations, emergency egress and the client’s actual risk profile.
Why this matters
Security Design That Works With Architecture and Operations
Integrate protection early so requirements remain practical, coordinated and testable.
Late security decisions can conflict with architecture, circulation, landscape, operations and the project programme. Early coordination creates a clearer basis for technical development and procurement.
LORIN works with clients, architects, engineers, landscape consultants, designers and operators around the actual way a place will function.
Method
Design methodology
Work may progress from a threat and risk brief through concept-stage security zoning, perimeter and circulation; coordination with architecture, structure, landscape and MEP; concept system architecture; detailed specifications and drawings; tender clarification; contractor shop-drawing review; inspection, integration and acceptance testing.
- 01
Review site, operations and security objectives
- 02
Coordinate protective concepts with the design team
- 03
Develop preliminary and detailed security solutions
- 04
Prepare specifications and bill-of-quantities inputs
- 05
Support tender, implementation, testing or training where commissioned
Consulting in practice
Specific consulting scope
Security by Design integrates protective requirements into the planning and development of the built environment, avoiding costly late-stage changes and disconnected security systems. The design must respect architecture, operations, emergency egress and the client’s actual risk profile.
- Security zoning and circulation
- Perimeter and protective measures
- Access control, CCTV and detection
- Control-room and systems-integration requirements
- Technical specifications and BOQ
- Tender and acceptance-test requirements
Scope and deliverables
What LORIN Reviews and Designs.
Security design considers the relationship between people, site perimeter, buildings, systems and operations. It can address new developments, major refurbishment and existing facilities.
Security zoning and circulation
Perimeter and protective measures
Access control, CCTV and detection
Control-room and systems-integration requirements
Technical specifications and BOQ
Tender and acceptance-test requirements
Typical outputs
What You Receive.
Relevant experience
Recorded design work includes Bukit Timah Plaza, Sherwood Towers, JEM and SMM International School, spanning surveys, risk assessment, design, tender and delivery-support stages as recorded for each engagement.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently Asked Questions.
When should security be integrated into design?
Security should be considered during concept planning, when circulation, boundaries, zoning, interfaces and building systems can still be coordinated efficiently.
What is the consultant’s role versus construction works?
The consultant defines and reviews protective requirements. Properly appointed designers, engineers and contractors remain responsible for their own design, construction and statutory duties.
Which design outputs are needed before tender?
Typical pre-tender outputs include design criteria, zoning, coordinated drawings or schematics, technical specifications, a BOQ or compliance schedule, and acceptance requirements.
Speak with LORIN
Discuss Security Design
Discuss the facility, decision and project stage with a LORIN consultant.