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Advancing Off-Site Construction: Assessing Organizational Maturity And Capabilities In The Canadian Construction Industry, Rejsha Khoteja, Rashmi Khatri, Nicole Odo, Alexandra Thompson, Amirhossein Mehdipoor, Brandon Searle, Jeff H. Rankin Jun 2025

Advancing Off-Site Construction: Assessing Organizational Maturity And Capabilities In The Canadian Construction Industry, Rejsha Khoteja, Rashmi Khatri, Nicole Odo, Alexandra Thompson, Amirhossein Mehdipoor, Brandon Searle, Jeff H. Rankin

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The construction industry, despite being a vital sector for societal growth, has struggled to match the accelerated growth seen in other peer industries. Over the past two decades, productivity within construction has remained stagnant, posing challenges to meeting societal demands and sustainability targets. Recognizing the potential of digitalization to revolutionize construction processes, this research addresses the critical need to assess and benchmark organizational maturity and capabilities in the Canadian construction industry, particularly in the context of off-site construction methodologies. This research project aims to establish a comprehensive method for assessing organizational capabilities related to off-site construction, thereby providing insights into …

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Vacancy To Vibrancy – External Effects, Finance Models And Collaboration In Heritage Building Revitalization. Framework, Hanna Sophie Bonekämper, Judith Nöfer, Kunibert Lennerts Jun 2025

Vacancy To Vibrancy – External Effects, Finance Models And Collaboration In Heritage Building Revitalization. Framework, Hanna Sophie Bonekämper, Judith Nöfer, Kunibert Lennerts

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Vacant buildings can negatively impact a city's social and economic appeal. Addressing this issue is crucial, and the revitalization of these buildings becomes imperative. Revitalizations often require large investments, especially when it comes to listed buildings. Listed buildings are significant buildings that are legally protected to preserve their cultural heritage. Therefore these listed buildings must be revitalized in a sensitive way to preserve their unique character. This leads to discussions wether this high level of effort and costs is in relation to the building's long-term impact. At this point, it is sensible to incorporate external socio-economic effects such as the …

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Artificial Intelligence And Building Information Modeling In Construction: Applications, Challenges, And Future Opportunities, Shadi Alathamneh, Wesley Collins, Kenneth S. Sands Ii, Tom Leathem, Junshan Liu Jun 2025

Artificial Intelligence And Building Information Modeling In Construction: Applications, Challenges, And Future Opportunities, Shadi Alathamneh, Wesley Collins, Kenneth S. Sands Ii, Tom Leathem, Junshan Liu

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This study explores the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Building Information Modeling (BIM) in the construction industry, emphasizing key applications, advancements, challenges, and future opportunities. Existing literature often isolates AI techniques from BIM applications; however, this research employs a systematic literature review guided by the PRISMA framework. A total of 56 articles addressing AI-BIM integration were reviewed, with 21 meeting the inclusion criteria. Findings reveal diverse applications, including design optimization, predictive maintenance, and safety management, underscoring the potential of AI-BIM integration to enhance various stages of the building lifecycle. However, significant challenges persist, such as data limitations, the complexity …

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System Dynamic Framework For Integrating Building Information Modelling With Construction Productivity Measurement In Hong Kong, Archchana Shandraseharan, Wei Pan Jun 2025

System Dynamic Framework For Integrating Building Information Modelling With Construction Productivity Measurement In Hong Kong, Archchana Shandraseharan, Wei Pan

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Relatively high construction cost in Hong Kong requires the industry to improve construction productivity substantially in order to stay competitive. An appropriate construction productivity measurement (CPM) method is crucial to improving construction productivity. While previous studies have highlighted the benefits of integrating building information modelling (BIM) with CPM, BIM is not yet fully utilized in CPM practices due to various constraints. Therefore, this paper aims to overcome the constraints by developing a system dynamic (SD) framework for integrating BIM with CPM. First, a systematic literature review is carried out to identify the wide-ranging constraints and strategies for integrating BIM with …

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Optimisation Of Occupant Comfort And Energy Consumption In Indoor Environments: Responsive Homes Through Digital Twin And Building Automation Integration, Kushani Semasinghe, Srinath Perera, Xiaohua Jin, Marini Samaratunga, Samudaya Nanayakkara Jun 2025

Optimisation Of Occupant Comfort And Energy Consumption In Indoor Environments: Responsive Homes Through Digital Twin And Building Automation Integration, Kushani Semasinghe, Srinath Perera, Xiaohua Jin, Marini Samaratunga, Samudaya Nanayakkara

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Purpose: Building Automation System (BAS) presents encouraging opportunities to optimise energy consumption while elevating occupants’ thermal comfort. BAS ranges from regular thermostatic valves to home automation systems (HAS), in residential buildings. Well-designed HAS advantage in occupant spaces, providing optimum occupant comfort and energy efficiency. However, not accompanying essential parameters such as real-time climate conditions and occupancy thermal behaviour prevent real-time responsive HAS developments. Existing studies demonstrate an elevated need for efficient HAS, which can potentially consider these significant influencing factors with real-time responses. A developed approach that considers these dynamic changes provides an accurate HAS that addresses the current performance …

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Advancing Building Information Modelling (Bim) In The Irish Construction Industry: A Scientometric And Practical Analysis Of Adoption Trends And Challenges, Uchenna Sampson Sampson Igwe, Mark Mulville, Alan Hore, Bruno Lot Tanko Jun 2025

Advancing Building Information Modelling (Bim) In The Irish Construction Industry: A Scientometric And Practical Analysis Of Adoption Trends And Challenges, Uchenna Sampson Sampson Igwe, Mark Mulville, Alan Hore, Bruno Lot Tanko

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Building Information Modelling (BIM) has become a transformative tool in Ireland's construction industry, offering efficiencies in planning, design, and management of infrastructure projects. This study employs a novel scientometric approach, using VOSviewer and bibliographic data from the Scopus database, alongside a structured survey targeting Irish construction professionals. The analysis identifies trends, gaps, and applications of BIM within Ireland's construction landscape. While BIM adoption is advancing, the scientometric findings reveal limited focus on areas such as energy efficiency, cost management, and small-scale projects. Conversely, survey data highlights high adoption rates for project design, planning, and simulation tasks, with Autodesk Revit as …

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Enhancing The Practice Of Sustainable Construction Materials In The Construction Industry Of Developing Countries, Henok Asfaw Hailu Dr Jun 2025

Enhancing The Practice Of Sustainable Construction Materials In The Construction Industry Of Developing Countries, Henok Asfaw Hailu Dr

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Globally, the utilization of sustainable construction materials has recently gained more attention. However, this practice faces different barriers in developing countries, where economic constraints, rapid urbanization, and other issues often complicate the adoption of sustainable practices. The study aimed to explore the key drivers, facilitators, and barriers to the practice of sustainable construction materials in the construction industry of developing countries. For this, a systematic literature review was preferred to identify relevant studies in the study area. After screening with inclusion/exclusion criteria, 22 publications were selected for further analysis. A thematic analysis was employed to explore the differentdrivers, facilitators, and …

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Analysis Of Labor Productivity For Steel Assembly In Construction Projects In Hot And Humid Climate Zones Based On The Rup Methodology, Luara Lopes De Araujo Fernandes, Majed Alreshoodi, Roseneia Melo, Makarand Hastak, Dayana Bastos Costa Jun 2025

Analysis Of Labor Productivity For Steel Assembly In Construction Projects In Hot And Humid Climate Zones Based On The Rup Methodology, Luara Lopes De Araujo Fernandes, Majed Alreshoodi, Roseneia Melo, Makarand Hastak, Dayana Bastos Costa

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The construction industry only increased its labor productivity by 1% over the past two decades, significantly lagging other industries' development. Several factors influence productivity on construction sites, including ineffective workforce management, outdated technologies, and environmental factors, such as heat and humidity. Construction projects in countries experiencing high temperatures and humidity presented even lower productivity rates when compared with countries with mild temperatures. Thus, there is a need to analyze productivity in these regions, identify the factors impacting it, and establish baseline values to optimize construction processes in these challenging environments. Moreover, the steel assembly process comprises almost 30% of the …

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Identifying Financial Incentives For Green Housing Loans In Low Interest Margin Environments, Lassi Tornberg, Anniina Saari, Seppo Junnila Professor Jun 2025

Identifying Financial Incentives For Green Housing Loans In Low Interest Margin Environments, Lassi Tornberg, Anniina Saari, Seppo Junnila Professor

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The purpose of this study was to identify financial incentives for consumers in low interest margin housing loan markets, such as Finland, for green housing loans, including both green mortgages and renovation loans. Although green financing is well-researched, the financial viability of green housing loans under the EU Taxonomy as a sustainable financing framework remains underexplored. EU’s revised Energy Performance of Buildings Directive sets Minimum Energy Performance Standards for expediting the decarbonisation of European building stock, with households playing a key role through energy-efficient renovations. The research design comprises two parts: developing a literature-based framework of financial incentives for green …

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A Pilot Study On Chatgpt’S Potential In Developing Construction Education Assessments Through A Lens Of Bloom’S Taxonomy, Yanchao Zheng, Deniz Besiktepe, Luciana Debs Jun 2025

A Pilot Study On Chatgpt’S Potential In Developing Construction Education Assessments Through A Lens Of Bloom’S Taxonomy, Yanchao Zheng, Deniz Besiktepe, Luciana Debs

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Effective and quality assessment is crucial in construction management (CM) education to evaluate students’ understanding of the diverse skills demanded by the industry. Integrated by the American Council for Construction Education (ACCE) guidelines for its accredited CM programs, Bloom's Taxonomy provides a systematic and structured framework for aligning learning objectives with cognitive processes, guiding educators in developing assessments. However, under real-world practice, crafting quality assessment questions that align with Bloom's Taxonomy and the ACCE student learning outcomes (SLOs) poses challenges for CM instructors due to the specialized expertise and complexity of knowledge. This study investigates the potential of ChatGPT, an …

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Generative Ai In Construction: Emerging Trends And Use Cases, Zaid Alwashah, Hexu Liu, Bo Xiao, Shane Mueller, Xiaoyun Shao Jun 2025

Generative Ai In Construction: Emerging Trends And Use Cases, Zaid Alwashah, Hexu Liu, Bo Xiao, Shane Mueller, Xiaoyun Shao

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The construction industry is beginning to explore generative artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to address complex data management challenges and inefficiencies within traditional workflows, particularly in design, planning, and project management. Although there is growing interest in generative AI in construction, the understanding of its trends and opportunities remains scattered. This paper investigates the current trends, applications, and research needs for generative AI in construction through a bibliometric analysis of 148 publications from Scopus and Google Scholar. The keyword co-occurrence map highlights several search clusters, with a strong focus on "Building Information Modeling (BIM)," "digital twins," "sustainability," "construction safety," "structural and …

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Community Matters: Building A Sense Of Belonging For Women In Construction, Jennifer Warrner Jun 2025

Community Matters: Building A Sense Of Belonging For Women In Construction, Jennifer Warrner

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Recruiting and retaining students from underrepresented populations, such as female students, is challenging for construction programs at higher education institutions. This paper discusses how outreach activities have successfully been used to build a sense of community and belonging for female students in a baccalaureate construction management program at a four-year higher education institution. Activities from the outreach program, ideas for funding sources, challenges and lesson learned, and recommendations for developing similar outreach programs will be highlighted in the article that could be incorporated at other institutions.

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Research On Building Strategy Of Chinese Traditional Village Farm House In Miyun District, Beijing, Alin Liu, Wen Ouyang, Qianwen Zhao, Mengyu Liu Jun 2025

Research On Building Strategy Of Chinese Traditional Village Farm House In Miyun District, Beijing, Alin Liu, Wen Ouyang, Qianwen Zhao, Mengyu Liu

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Miyun District is located in the ecological conservation area in the northeast of Beijing. It has the characteristic cultural resources such as the Great Wall culture and the superior natural environment and landscape pattern. In this paper, the construction of traditional Chinese village farm houses in Miyun District of Beijing was investigated, and the status quo and construction problems of farm houses were investigated. According to the protection and development plan of traditional villages, the construction of farm houses was classified and sorted out. This paper classifies and studies the style control, building height and renovation requirements from the two …

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Put Out Fires In Facility Management Through The Digital Twin Adoption: Outcomes From Italy, Martina Signorini, Alice Paola Pomè, Sonia Lupica Spagnolo Jun 2025

Put Out Fires In Facility Management Through The Digital Twin Adoption: Outcomes From Italy, Martina Signorini, Alice Paola Pomè, Sonia Lupica Spagnolo

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The Architecture, Construction, Engeneering and Operation (AECO) industry is benefitting from the digitalisation spread. Several digital technologies, including Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Digital Twin (DT) are revolutioning the industry’s operations. Especially, the technological innovation of the Operation and Maintenance (O&M) phase of building life cycle has the potential to optimise the managing of buildings through more efficient, transparent, and sustainable practices. The academic literature, that focuses on the O&M digital innovation, identifies the DT as the main technology to support the digitalisation of facility management (FM) practices in buildings. These potentials, described in terms of improvements in operational time and …

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Comparing Bim Implementation Strategies: Outsourcing Consultants Vs. In-House Team Formation, Luigui Morales, Martin Ramos, Danny Murguia, Andrea Braul Jun 2025

Comparing Bim Implementation Strategies: Outsourcing Consultants Vs. In-House Team Formation, Luigui Morales, Martin Ramos, Danny Murguia, Andrea Braul

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Building Information Modeling (BIM) has become an essential component in modern construction engineering, offering significant opportunities for performance improvement. However, some organizations face a critical decision in their BIM implementation strategies: whether to outsource BIM deliverables to external consultants or to develop and maintain in-house BIM teams. This paper provides a qualitative and comparative analysis of the approaches to outsourcing BIM services versus forming internal teams. The study is grounded in interviews with 20 professionals in leadership roles responsible for managing projects digitally with BIM. These experts implemented different strategies: 15% opted exclusively for outsourcing, 45% chose to form an …

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Technologies Innovations For The Brazilian Construction Companies Digital Transformation, Alberto C. Lordsleem Jr., Grilândia M. Sampaio Jun 2025

Technologies Innovations For The Brazilian Construction Companies Digital Transformation, Alberto C. Lordsleem Jr., Grilândia M. Sampaio

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The sustainable industrialization and innovation became a recent target in the construction industry, recognized as one of the least digitized sectors in the world. The digital technologies that constitute construction 4.0 can be introduced in all areas or processes of the construction companies with the overall objective of increasing productivity, simplifying work and reducing errors. This paper investigated the main motivations and challenges for digital technologies implementation by construction companies. The research design involved a descriptive and exploratory approach, whose procedure included a literature review to prepare the checklist used in data collection for the case study of six construction …

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Building Together: Premises For Applying Ipd In Brazilian Construction, Guilherme Quinilato Baldessin, Silvio Burrattino Melhado Jun 2025

Building Together: Premises For Applying Ipd In Brazilian Construction, Guilherme Quinilato Baldessin, Silvio Burrattino Melhado

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This study examines the feasibility of implementing Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) in Brazil’s construction sector. Combining literature review, surveys, and interviews, it identifies barriers such as regulatory constraints, cultural resistance, and limited awareness, while highlighting opportunities in complex, high-collaboration projects. Recommendations include prototype testing, stakeholder training, and cultural adaptation to promote IPD adoption. The findings emphasize IPD’s potential to enhance collaboration, reduce conflicts, and improve project outcomes, offering a framework for advancing construction practices in Brazil.

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Utilizing Natural Illuminance Through Indoor Daylighting Systems For Green Buildings, Kiranjot Kaur, Priyadarsini Rajagopalan, Jin Woo, Harry Garg Jun 2025

Utilizing Natural Illuminance Through Indoor Daylighting Systems For Green Buildings, Kiranjot Kaur, Priyadarsini Rajagopalan, Jin Woo, Harry Garg

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This study explores energy-efficient passive tubular daylighting systems which utilizes natural lighting, reduce energy consumption and improve occupant well-being in buildings. For this, three passive daylighting collectors configuration of flat plate, circular dome and circular Fresnel lens were modelled using AutoCAD and SolidWorks and analysed using ray tracing software TracePro 7.3.4. The light transportation was done using a highly reflective light pipe with a reflectivity of 95%. The collectors were made from Polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) with refractive index of 1.49 because of highly transmission efficiency, weather resistance, shock resistance, blocks UV, lightweight and cost-effective alternative to glass. The Monte Carlo …

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Analysis Of Three Decades Of Research In Road And Highway Work Zones Using Bibliometric Methods, Patrick X.W. Zou, Wenxiu Guo Jun 2025

Analysis Of Three Decades Of Research In Road And Highway Work Zones Using Bibliometric Methods, Patrick X.W. Zou, Wenxiu Guo

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Research in road and highway work zones has been continuously increasing since it is critical for maintaining traffic efficiency, reducing accident risks and minimising environmental impact during road maintenance, repair or upgrade. Road and highway work zones significantly impact safety due to traffic flow disruption, layout change and construction activities, which increase the likelihood of collisions, injuries and workers’ exposure to dangers. Despite the growing body of research, there is a lack of comprehensive bibliometric analysis that examines the historical, current and future trajectories of work zone research. This study analyzes 892 publications from 1990 to 2024, sourced from the …

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Reviewing The Influence And Implications Of Wearable Technology For Mental Health Support And Physical Wellbeing For Construction Site Workers In Nigeria, Kenneth O. Lawani, Halimat Omisore, Billy Hare, Michael K. Tong, Farhad Sadeghineko Jun 2025

Reviewing The Influence And Implications Of Wearable Technology For Mental Health Support And Physical Wellbeing For Construction Site Workers In Nigeria, Kenneth O. Lawani, Halimat Omisore, Billy Hare, Michael K. Tong, Farhad Sadeghineko

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Existing studies demonstrate the extensive adoption of digital technologies within the global construction industry. The level of awareness and need to mitigate occupational safety and health (OSH) risks in the construction industry through technological adoption is imperative. However, there is a gap in literature regarding the review of the impact of existing use of wearable technology for mental health support and physical wellbeing among construction site workers in the Nigerian context. This study undertook a critical evaluation of extant studies regarding the impact and effectiveness of existing wearable technology for providing mental health support and if it enhances physical wellbeing …

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A Systematic Review Of Drivers And Barriers To The Assimilation Of Net-Zero Carbon Emission Requirements Into Construction Megaprojects Procurement, Andrew Anafo, Robert Osei-Kyei, Vivian Wy Tam Jun 2025

A Systematic Review Of Drivers And Barriers To The Assimilation Of Net-Zero Carbon Emission Requirements Into Construction Megaprojects Procurement, Andrew Anafo, Robert Osei-Kyei, Vivian Wy Tam

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There is no gainsaying that climate change is globally recognised as the greatest environmental threat of the 21st century. Therefore, under the Parish Agreement to restraint greenhouse gases (GHGs) emission to net-zero by 2050, climate change mitigation is at the core of environmental schemes of governments worldwide. Bearing in mind that mega construction projects contribute to the rising level of GHGs in the atmosphere, and the seldom consideration of net-zero carbon requirements in the procurement of construction megaprojects, this paper examines the drivers and barriers to assimilating net-zero requirements into construction megaprojects procurement. When net-zero emission requirements are well-thought-out …

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Using Recycled Materials For Asphalt Road Pavement Pothole Repair To Reduce Carbon In Construction, Kenneth O. Lawani, Carys Morrison, Farhad Sadeghineko, Billy Hare, Michael K. Tong Jun 2025

Using Recycled Materials For Asphalt Road Pavement Pothole Repair To Reduce Carbon In Construction, Kenneth O. Lawani, Carys Morrison, Farhad Sadeghineko, Billy Hare, Michael K. Tong

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The physical condition of motorways and trunk roads in Scotland is monitored by specialist contractors on behalf of Transport Scotland by annual condition survey to provide information about the structural, surface and safety condition of the road surface or pavements. Flexible asphalt pavement is subjected to continuous vehicular and environmental loading causing potholes that needs to be reinstated to maintain functional requirements. However, traditional pothole repair materials have sustainability concerns and can deteriorate quickly after installation. The longevity and durability of pothole repairs is important as repeat treatments incite additional costs. Innovation can enhance sustainable development and for road transport …

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Connecting Possibilities: Common Data Environment For Dynamic Information Platforms, Amy A. Mccormack, Toomaj Ghalandar, Carmel M. Lindkvist Jun 2025

Connecting Possibilities: Common Data Environment For Dynamic Information Platforms, Amy A. Mccormack, Toomaj Ghalandar, Carmel M. Lindkvist

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Common Data Environments (CDE) play a crucial role in the development of building life-cycle information management platforms, such as digital twins. However, the evolution of CDEs has traditionally been driven by the needs and perspectives of building projects and their developers. This work shifts the focus to facility management (FM), exploring the potential of positioning CDEs at the center of digital twin development for enhanced FM outcomes. The literature review highlights persistent challenges in developing CDEs, particularly issues related to interoperability and trust. These challenges are echoed in the survey results, which also emphasize the need for a two-fold approach. …

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Further Discussion On The Open Building Of Beijing No. 1 Thermal Power Plant At The Environmental, Social, And Governance Levels, Yitong Wang, Wen Ouyang, Zirui Wang Jun 2025

Further Discussion On The Open Building Of Beijing No. 1 Thermal Power Plant At The Environmental, Social, And Governance Levels, Yitong Wang, Wen Ouyang, Zirui Wang

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In recent years, China has placed significant emphasis on the transformation and redevelopment of old factories. The transformation of Beijing No. 1 Thermal Power Plant, guided by Open Building Theory and ESG Strategy, holds even greater practical significance. This paper attempts to explore sustainable methods of integrating the Open Building Theory and ESG strategies in the renewal process of old industrial plants. The paper proposes the Urban Renewal Topology Strategy of Open Building (O-ESG), and conducts an application design with Beijing No.1 Thermal Power Plant as a test case. The test shows that the O-ESG strategy can be applied in …

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Research On The Protection Of The Castle-Type Villages Of Ming-Dynasty Great Wall In Yanqing District Of Beijing, Wen Ouyang, Wanrong Chen, Zuozheng Shi Jun 2025

Research On The Protection Of The Castle-Type Villages Of Ming-Dynasty Great Wall In Yanqing District Of Beijing, Wen Ouyang, Wanrong Chen, Zuozheng Shi

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Yanqing is connected to the Shuo Desert in the north, the south is in the middle, and the north gate of the Beijing Division is controlled in the west, which has been a battleground for soldiers since ancient times, and it is also a fusion zone of grassland culture and Central Plains culture. Today, peaceful development is the main theme of the times. The strategic value of castle-type villages has declined, and the historical relics and features have been damaged to a certain extent, and the current situation of protection is not optimistic. Therefore, this paper aims to explore the …

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Research On The Adaptive Design Of Commercial Farmhouses From The Perspective Of Rural Revitalization: A Case Study Of Yanqing District, Beijing, Wen Ouyang, Hanshi Dou, Zuozheng Shi Jun 2025

Research On The Adaptive Design Of Commercial Farmhouses From The Perspective Of Rural Revitalization: A Case Study Of Yanqing District, Beijing, Wen Ouyang, Hanshi Dou, Zuozheng Shi

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Since the implementation of the Rural Revitalization Strategy, the quality of life of rural residents in China has improved significantly. At the same timeSimultaneously, the villagers' demand for housing functions has also undergone a huge change. With the continuous advancement of agricultural and rural modernization, the villagers' desire to use their own farmhouses to openset up shops with their own houses has become an increasingly prominent contradiction with the reality of the lack of complex commercial farmhouse design and construction. This paper introduces the concept of adaptive design, and analyzes the key influencing factors in the design and construction of …

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Feasibility Study On The Installation Of Elevators In Old Residential Buildings In Beijing From The Perspective Of Dual Aging – A Case Study Of Xinjiekou Sub-District In Xicheng District, Wen Ouyang, Zuozheng Shi, Han Cui, Zekun Li Jun 2025

Feasibility Study On The Installation Of Elevators In Old Residential Buildings In Beijing From The Perspective Of Dual Aging – A Case Study Of Xinjiekou Sub-District In Xicheng District, Wen Ouyang, Zuozheng Shi, Han Cui, Zekun Li

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With the continuous evolution of urban and rural construction models in China, the installation of elevators in old residential communities has become a critical public welfare project aimed at enhancing residents' quality of life and improving mobility. Beijing is facing a dual aging challenge characterized by a high degree of population aging and significant community aging, resulting in an extensive and urgent demand for elevator installations in old residential communities. This paper focuses on the dual aging context, systematically analyzing the influencing factors of elevator installation in such communities, summarizing common installation methods and their applicable scenarios, and conducting an …

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Collaborative Approach To Home Flood Insurance: Mapping Stakeholder Engagement Via Actor-Network Diagram, Yasodha Sandamini Kalutotage, Temitope Egbelakin, Buddhini Ginigaddara Dr Jun 2025

Collaborative Approach To Home Flood Insurance: Mapping Stakeholder Engagement Via Actor-Network Diagram, Yasodha Sandamini Kalutotage, Temitope Egbelakin, Buddhini Ginigaddara Dr

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Homeowners often struggle with flood insurance affordability pressure due to rising premiums, which has become a primary concern. Addressing this issue requires collaborative efforts to develop a functional home flood insurance system that would enhance the resilience of vulnerable homeowners and communities. Currently, there is a gap in knowledge on how stakeholders within a Collaborative Flood Insurance System (CFIS) interact to address this challenge. This study aims to identify the relevant stakeholders and map their interactions within the system with the aim of improving the affordability of home flood insurance. Using an integrative literature review approach, the study identifies key …

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Mental Health In Construction 4.0: Enhancing Workplace Social Support Through Prefabrication, Huey Wen Lim, Xiao Ma Jun 2025

Mental Health In Construction 4.0: Enhancing Workplace Social Support Through Prefabrication, Huey Wen Lim, Xiao Ma

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The construction industry faces persistent challenges in providing adequate workplace social support–a critical factor in protecting workers' mental health. While the sector evolves toward Construction 4.0, with prefabrication emerging as a transformative method, limited research examines how these modern approaches impact workplace social support structures. This study aims to investigate how prefabrication work practices facilitate the development and enhancement of social support in construction. Using an ethnographic approach, research was conducted at a modular construction off-site factory in Melbourne, Australia. The study involved shadowing 12 office-based prefabrication professionals and factory-based supervisors over 21 days, non-participant observation of factory workers at …

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Fostering Sustainable Urban Energy Transitions: Backcasting For Positive Energy Districts And Digital Twin Strategies In A European Context, Elena Malakhatka, Holger Wallbaum, Sara Abouebeid, Gerhard Hofer, Parham Pooyanfar, İlker Dursun, Gundula Weber, Hüseyin Serdar Geçer, Liane Thuvander Jun 2025

Fostering Sustainable Urban Energy Transitions: Backcasting For Positive Energy Districts And Digital Twin Strategies In A European Context, Elena Malakhatka, Holger Wallbaum, Sara Abouebeid, Gerhard Hofer, Parham Pooyanfar, İlker Dursun, Gundula Weber, Hüseyin Serdar Geçer, Liane Thuvander

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Positive Energy Districts (PEDs) have emerged as a key urban innovation to accelerate the transition toward climate neutrality and sustainability in cities. This study explores the integration of backcasting methodologies and Digital Twin (DT) strategies to advance the development of PEDs. A two-step approach was employed: participatory backcasting workshops to co-create long-term visions and actionable strategies, and DT technology applications tailored to three Urban Living Labs (ULLs) in Vienna (Austria), Gothenburg (Sweden), and Sakarya (Türkiye). The backcasting process facilitated the identification of pathways to energy efficiency, renewable energy integration, and decarbonization, creating a structured yet adaptable roadmap for PED development. …

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