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Adedeji, Y. M. D., and A. A. Taiwo. "Sustainable Building Finishes: Use of Renewable Standardized Wood-Based Material in Nigeria." Advanced Materials Research 587 (November 2012): 134–38. http://dx.doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/amr.587.134.
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This paper reports a research on sustainable building finishes in Nigeria. Because the building industry consumes a substantial percentage of the materials entering the global economy, and is responsible for the emission of almost half of the global greenhouse gases, it is important to consider the aspect of material efficiency as a component of achieving sustainability. This paper critically appraises this development as the use of the renewable wood-based materials has impacted remarkable success towards achieving sustainable building finishes in the country. It reports findings on the authors’ research through case studies, observations and structured questionnaire on the influence of use of renewable wood-based materials on the building industry in Nigeria. Findings of empirical survey conducted among professionals such like Architects, Engineers, Quantity Surveyors, Builders and Contractors practising in some selected cities in Nigeria on the use of the material were analysed along side with personal interviews of these professionals to obtain their views on the subject, revealing that the industrial production of standardised wood-based material to a finished stage makes building operation faster, reduces labour and wastages and enhances modular designs and construction thus aligning production with the current global trend. Timber material used for finishes was also observed to have good aesthetic value in building construction. The paper recommends that the material should be made available in the market in finished standard sizes for users to assemble on sites.
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Musa, Lazarus, Dangana Tizhe Halla, and Sawa Sarah. "Appreciation of Finish Specification in Room Space Condition Modification among Graduates of Architecture in Nigeria." International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology 7, no. 10 (2022): 1884–88. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.7332561.
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- Interior finishes are specified based on function of room space, to make rational specification, physical and special qualities of finishes must be known. The study is guided by the drive to find out how graduates of Architectural Technology and Architectural science, respond to characteristics of interior finishes that includes sheets, boards, panels and paints. Statements on physical properties of finishes enquired on temperature, acoustics, illumination and moisture/humidity, while wealth, aesthetics, mosquito, fire and algae/moulds were presented for special properties. These were administered to the graduates. The results show that between 62.4% and 81.7% agreed that finishes can modify the physical design factors stated, 18.3% to 30.6% responded in the negative. On the other hand, responses on special factors recorded 48.4% and 80.6% in the affirmative while between 19.4% and 51.6% gave negative responses. The scores in the results show that generally, the graduates seem to appreciate the physical than the special characteristics of finishes, in summary, the ideal scores would have been 100% positive for all statements, as the physical and special design factors mentioned in the questionnaire can all be modified, controlled or affected with the appropriate internal finish. Some of the positive responses are lower than expected, in the case of fire safety and control of mosquitoes which had the lowest scores for instance, show these attributes of finishes may not have been appreciated. Based on the findings and purpose of giving due attention to finish specification, as functional requirements of room spaces demand, it was recommended that more moves be made to link developments in the building industry, emerging building materials in the market with the curriculum of Architectural training, a case in point is to introduce methods of checklists as in the Construction Specification CSI (2016) Masterformat, or specification software such as the National building specification (NBS) in programs.
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Onuorah, Ikenna Michael, Agbonome P.C., and Bons N. Obiadi. "Classification of Igbo Traditional Building Finishes using Architectural Standard for Preservation of the Material Culture of a People." International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science VII, no. VI (2023): 590–604. http://dx.doi.org/10.47772/ijriss.2023.7645.
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The Igbo people in Nigeria have a rich cultural heritage, including their unique building techniques and finishes. Traditional building finishes, such as mud plastering, natural dyeing, and intricate wood carvings, were once highly valued due to their availability, affordability, and cultural significance. However, with globalization and increased access to imported construction materials, there has been a shift away from traditional finishes towards imported alternatives. Imported building finishes such as ceramic tiles, synthetic paints, and industrial coatings have become popular due to their perceived durability, convenience, and association with affluence. However, the lack of formal recognition and support for Igbo traditional building practices has led to a loss of knowledge and skills among the younger generation of builders. This loss of cultural heritage has implications for the overall vitality and resilience of Igbo communities. This study identified and classified Igbo traditional building finishes using architectural standards to preserve the material culture of a people and to serve as an architectural repository.
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Dixit, Manish K., Shashank Singh, Sarel Lavy, Wei Yan, Fatemeh Pariafsai, and Mohammadreza Ostadalimakhmalbaf. "Floor finish selection in the design of healthcare facilities: a survey of facility managers." Facilities 37, no. 9/10 (2019): 571–99. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/f-04-2018-0047.
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Purpose The purpose of this study is to create a knowledge base for decision-making in healthcare design by seeking, analyzing and discussing the preferences of facility managers of healthcare facilities regarding floor finishes and their selection criteria. The goal is to enable a simplified and holistic selection of floor finishes based on multiple criteria. The authors studied floor finish selection in three healthcare units: emergency, surgery and in-patient units. Design/methodology/approach The authors completed a literature review to identify types of floor finishes currently used in healthcare facilities and the criteria applied for their selection. Using the literature survey results, a questionnaire was designed and administered to healthcare facility managers. The descriptive statistical analysis and the Friedman and Wilcoxon signed-ranks tests were used for reporting and analyzing the survey data. Findings The top five floor finishes used in the healthcare sector were identified as vinyl flooring, vinyl composite tile (VCT), rubber, linoleum and ceramic flooring. The top five selection criteria for floor finishes were durability, infection control, ease of maintenance, maintenance cost and user safety. The non-parametric test results show that the floor finish rankings and selection criteria were similar in the three healthcare units under study. Originality/value The most significant contribution of this research is to the design decision-making process of healthcare facilities. These results offer an understanding of what floor finishes are preferred by healthcare facility managers and why. This knowledge is crucial for designers and facility managers to make informed choices and floor finish manufacturers to keep their product line relevant to the industry.
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Kim, Sihyun, Min Htet Myint, Youngsu Yu, Wonbok Lee, Tae Wan Kim, and Bonsang Koo. "Application of Parametric Modeling Techniques for Automated Detailing of Exterior Finishes in Architectural BIM Models: A South Korean Case Study." Buildings 14, no. 12 (2024): 4013. https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings14124013.
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The South Korean government has mandated the use of Building Information Modeling (BIM) as the main medium for design deliverables in public projects. Such stipulations require detailed BIM models to be submitted in the detailed design phases, which places a burden especially on small- to medium-sized design firms. The requirement means that both the interior and exterior finishes of a building need to be explicitly modeled, which when performed manually is labor intensive and error prone. The goal of this study was to apply parametric modeling techniques to automatically model such details, focusing on the exterior finishes. Through interviews with design experts, four elements were selected: parapets, external wall finishes, downspouts, and inspection ladders. Parametric processes and rules for each finish were developed and subsequently programmed as add-ins in Autodesk Revit. Validation through case studies conducted using three different BIM models resulted in the average scores of 92.28% and 92.44% in terms of accuracy and efficiency, respectively. In particular, downspouts achieved a perfect accuracy score, while external wall finishes achieved a 94.42% reduction in modeling time. Modeling errors, which occurred due to inconsistencies in the test models, also demonstrate the need for specifying uniform modeling conventions of BIM model submissions in the detailed design phases.
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Thompson, Cheryl A. "Pharmacy Practice Model Initiative finishes consensus-building process." American Journal of Health-System Pharmacy 67, no. 24 (2010): 2078–82. http://dx.doi.org/10.2146/news100081.
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Vilventhan, Aneetha, and Rajadurai R. "Implementation of Value Stream Mapping For Building Finishes." Journal of Real Estate, Construction & Management 33, no. 2 (2018): 49–55. https://doi.org/10.1177/2977657020180206.
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Serneels, Nick, Philippe Lemineur, and Marieke Jaenen. "PLASTIC FINISHES IN 1960s BELGIAN OFFICE BUILDINGS." Docomomo Journal, no. 66 (December 12, 2022): 33–39. http://dx.doi.org/10.52200/docomomo.66.04.
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This paper focusses on the presence of visible synthetic materials (plastics) and finishes from the 1960s in the interior of office buildings. Although the ongoing research on synthetic materials as art pieces is well developed, building components from the interior and exterior of Belgian patrimony have not yet been studied, and remain undervalued as integral components of heritage buildings. The research presented in this paper tackles this issue by examining two specialized Belgian journals, namely La Technique des Travaux and La Maison. A selection of case studies from these two journals was examined in-depth to assess general tendencies and obtain a thorough evaluation and validation of the visible plastic materials and finishes in the case studies: the floor, wall and ceiling finishes. The plastic elements of listed monuments have often been removed, and do not receive a similar level of protection to other materials. Plastic heritage is not valued and protected as a relevant part of recent historic architecture. This part of the built patrimony needs to be recognized with equal status and therefore conserved.
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Okazaki, Taichiro, Dimitrios G. Lignos, Mitsumasa Midorikawa, James M. Ricles, and Jay Love. "Damage to Steel Buildings Observed after the 2011 Tohoku-Oki Earthquake." Earthquake Spectra 29, no. 1_suppl (2013): 219–43. http://dx.doi.org/10.1193/1.4000124.
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A joint U.S.–Japan reconnaissance team examined the damage to steel building structures caused by the 2011 Tohoku-oki earthquake. In the city of Sendai, where the peak horizontal ground acceleration exceeded 1 g, the majority of steel buildings performed well. Buildings that used older cladding systems for external finish sustained damage to their claddings even if their structural performance was excellent. Damage to a few braced frames offer insight into the seismic design of bracing connections. In areas attacked by the violent tsunami, many steel buildings stood upright after the tsunami subsided, although these buildings lost much of their external and internal finishes along with their contents. These steel buildings did not provide safe shelter for tsunami evacuation when the building submerged under the tsunami wave. A number of buildings suffered foundation failure, which was likely caused by scouring or liquefaction or a combination of multiple effects.
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Martinez, Frank, Ana Alvarez, and Peter Kiliddjian. "H. George Fink Studio, Coral Gables, Florida." Journal of Traditional Building, Architecture and Urbanism, no. 3 (November 8, 2022): 74–93. http://dx.doi.org/10.51303/jtbau.vi3.587.
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This article discusses the challenges associated with the preservation and hurricane code compliance of a significant 1920s Mediterranean Revival building in South Florida: the H. George Fink Studio. It is seen as the first Mediterranean Revival building in Coral Gables, Florida. Though almost 100 years old, most of its significant original elements and finishes are intact, providing a special opportunity to preserve those elements and finishes. Martinez Alvarez Architecture and partners performed a thorough on-site assessment, documentation and study of contemporary buildings in order to arrive at a final strategy for preservation and adaptive reuse. The firm also prepared construction documents for permitting and provided construction administration services for the final project, all the while managing the project team of conservators, engineers, and craftspersons.
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Dixit, Manish K., Shashank Singh, Sarel Lavy, and Wei Yan. "Floor finish selection in health-care facilities: a systematic literature review." Facilities 37, no. 13/14 (2019): 897–918. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/f-03-2018-0042.
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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to identify, analyze and discuss floor finishes used in health-care facilities and their selection criteria in the form of advantages and disadvantages. The authors also identify the top three health-care floor finishes and selection criteria based on the literature review results. Although flooring materials have a considerable impact on the life-cycle cost and indoor environment of health-care facilities, what criteria may be used for such flooring choices is not thoroughly studied. Design/methodology/approach The authors performed a systematic review of the literature on certain flooring systems currently used in health-care facilities and the criteria applied for their selection. Peer-reviewed studies and articles published after Year 2000 consistent with the research design were included. Findings Sixteen different selection criteria that influence the choice of floor finishes in health-care facilities were determined and discussed. The results show that the top three-floor finish materials preferred in health-care facilities are sheet vinyl, rubber and carpet, and the top three selection criteria for floor finishes are indoor air quality, patient safety and infection control. Originality/value The results of this study will assist building owners, architects and interior designers with implementing an informed design decision-making process, particularly in relation to floor finish selection. The findings will also provide guidance to floor finish manufacturers to improve their products based on facility managers’ preferences.
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Victoria, Michele Florencia, and Srinath Perera. "Managing embodied carbon in buildings: a Pareto approach." Built Environment Project and Asset Management 8, no. 5 (2018): 504–14. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/bepam-10-2017-0095.
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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to identify the carbon intensive building elements or “carbon hotspots” of office buildings in order to maximise the carbon reduction potential during design stages. Design/methodology/approach Embodied carbon (EC) estimates of 28 office buildings in the UK were obtained and carbon hotspots of the sample (in accordance with the new rules of measurement (NRM) element classification) were identified using the 80:20 Pareto principle. Findings Frame, substructure, external walls, services and upper floors were identified as carbon hotspots of the selected sample. However, findings do not support the 80:20 ratio in this case but propose a ratio of 80:36. Stairs, internal walls and partitions, internal doors, wall finishes, ceiling finishes and fittings and furnishings were identified as carbon insignificant elements that have a lower EC reduction potential compared to the rest. Research limitations/implications The findings are applicable to office buildings in the UK but the methodology is adaptable to different types of buildings in other countries. Originality/value Findings unveil carbon intensive and carbon insignificant building elements of typical office buildings in the UK. This informs designers of the elements that could yield the highest potential EC savings via effective design choices. In addition, a logical design timeline is proposed for building elements based on their element hotspot category and design sequence to assist design decision making.
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Liang, Qing, Jian Fei Liu, Jing Liu, and Gang Xu. "Effect of External Wall Insulation on Building Energy Consumption." Applied Mechanics and Materials 71-78 (July 2011): 156–59. http://dx.doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/amm.71-78.156.
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The building energy consumption associated with the external wall insulation for different orientations and different exterior finishes has been evaluated using the simulation software EnergyPlus. The results suggest that in certain condition the thermal resistance of the external wall and the absorptance of the exterior finish should be high for heating dominated climate or room, while both of them should be low for cooling dominated climate or room for saving energy. Besides, it has different annual electricity savings for different external wall orientations at the same thickness of thermal insulation, so the insulation should be priority used for the external wall which has the largest saving potential.
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Sobol, Patryk. "Contextualism of architecture in Warmia and Mazury." Przestrzeń Urbanistyka Architektura 2021, no. 1 (2021): 101–12. http://dx.doi.org/10.37705/pua/1/2021/008.
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When discussing the issue of the context of architecture, it is important to pay attention to the possibilities of impact and connections between the building and is surroundings. Some buildings are connected with the area in terms of functionality, others in terms of history and others in terms of nature. Different styles of finishes, materials or forms directly affect the dialogue between the architecture and nature. This issue is worth discussing in more detail in order to understand the reasons why the architecture of Warmia and Mazury stands out among other regions of Poland. What makes its unique finishes co-create some of the most picturesque landscapes in Poland?
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Hussein, Aya Talaat Hefny, Abdullah Badawy Mohammed, and Sherif Mohamed Sabry Elattar. "Applications of Nanotechnology to Increase the Economic Efficiency of Administrative Building Materials: A Review." International Journal of Membrane Science and Technology 10, no. 5 (2023): 904–15. http://dx.doi.org/10.15379/ijmst.v10i5.3626.
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Technology is advancing rapidly, especially nanotechnology research, which maximizes material value by processing matter on extremely small scales. After nanotechnology emerged, architects worldwide tried to comprehend, invest in, and use it to improve products. Research began to improve materials' efficiency by regulating their molecules to improve or add features. Preventing color change by painting buildings with self-cleaning, anti-scratch, and anti-bacterial paint. Nanomaterials are more efficient for building exteriors. They also reduce maintenance costs, rationalize energy use, and improve user comfort. Spreading awareness of Nano-treated materials, which are the cheapest in actual costs throughout operation and maintenance, even if their initial cost is higher, is crucial. The research aimed to determine the design principles and standards that must be followed when using nanotechnology in finishing the facades of administrative buildings to achieve the lowest cost, the shortest period for implementation, and the highest performance efficiency of the building. The study relied on an inductive approach based on theoretical studies, as it dealt with the study of the concept of nanotechnology within finishing materials, its principles and features, and the most important applications of nanotechnology that affect the finishes of building facades. The research study dealt with Nano applications in the field of architecture, so that they achieve the goals and standards of building sustainability, and are used in the finishes of the external facades of buildings to reduce the cost, rationalize energy consumption, and extend the life span of the building, and have an advantage in terms of function and economic return in the long term.
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Sonali, Patle, and Gen. T.S. Sidana Maj. "Value Engineering Framework for Optimizing Building Finishes in Educational Institutions." Research and Reviews: Journal of Civil Engineering 1, no. 2 (2025): 31–47. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15385717.
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<em>This study investigates the application of Value Engineering (VE) to optimize the selection of buildings in educational institutions, addressing the critical need to harmonize cost, functionality, and sustainability. A systematic framework is proposed to evaluate material alternatives using qualitative parameters (aesthetics, safety, durability) and quantitative metrics, including life cycle cost analysis (LCCA) (Ahmed and Pandey 2016); (Kishk, Laing, and Pollock 2010). The research underscores how strategic material choices influence both initial project costs and the long-term performance of educational infrastructure (Construction Industry Institute, 2023).</em> <em> </em> <em>The framework follows a structured process: defining functional requirements, generating alternatives, and assessing options through weighted scoring matrices and LCCA.[40,44,47] Case studies from S&T Park (IIT Kanpur) and IIM Bodh Gaya demonstrate its practical application. For instance, comparisons of granite, Kota stone, and vitrified tiles revealed that while granite incurs higher upfront costs, its superior durability and minimal maintenance needs render it more cost-effective over a 30-year lifespan. Similarly, materials prioritizing safety (e.g., slip-resistant finishes) and sustainability (e.g., recycled content) align with institutional goals despite moderate initial premiums.</em> <em> </em> <em>Findings highlight that integrating VE into material selection enhances decision-making by prioritizing lifecycle value over short-term savings.[43] This approach not only reduces long-term operational expenses but also supports sustainable construction practices. The study concludes that adopting VE-driven frameworks enables educational institutions to achieve optimized building finishes that balance budgetary constraints with functional and environmental objectives.[5]</em>
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Schneider-Marin, Patricia, and Werner Lang. "A Temporal Perspective in Eco2 Building Design." Sustainability 14, no. 10 (2022): 6025. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/su14106025.
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The architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) sector has great potential and responsibility for reducing its considerable resource consumption and high share of global emissions. However, economic factors are often cited as barriers to more environmentally friendly solutions in building design. Hence, environmental and economic life cycle assessment (LCA and LCC) are of utmost importance in building design. They serve as the base methodologies for what we call the “Eco2” framework. In this context, monetary valuation of multiple environmental impacts allows to integrate the results as a basis for design decisions. A case study representative of small-scale office buildings in Germany illustrates the Eco2 framework and shows the influence of temporal parameters (discount rates and price changes), as well as of differing monetary valuation, on the ranking of design options. Varying the temporal parameters affects the ranking of different solutions for the structure and finishes of the case study building but not for its mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) systems and operation. However, the ratio of environmental life cycle cost (eLCC) to financial life cycle cost (fLCC) is significantly higher for MEP systems and operation than for the structure and finishes. This investigation shows that it is possible to achieve simultaneous emission and cost savings, whereas temporal factors can decisively influence decision making in design processes.
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Onuorah, Ikenna Michael, Agbonome P.C., and Bons N. Obiadi. "A Comparative Study of Igbo Traditional Building Finishings; precolonial, colonial and post-colonial." International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation 09, no. 12 (2022): 99–107. http://dx.doi.org/10.51244/ijrsi.2022.91208.
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Buildings are cultural expressions of people’s identity as well as their material culture. In recent decades, Igbo traditional architecture has also seen changes in building typology and morphology. It has made a number of architectural claims based on how people perceive modern or traditional or modern contemporary buildings. One of Nigeria’s three main cultural groups, Igbo society can be found in the southeast, south-south, and some areas of the west of the country. Most traditional Igbo buildings from the turn of the century were designed and built with three basic architectural qualities: durability, utility, and beauty (public admiration). These Igbo-speaking states, Anambra, Abia, Imo, Ebonyi, and Enugu are the primary Igbo states in Nigeria. Building finishes in Igbo traditional architecture, despite their aesthetic and cultural value, are beginning to disappear due to the influence of the western style of architecture. This is leading to the loss in the cultural values and the beauty of the original Igbo community architecture. This work intends to compare the building finishings used by the Igbo people in precolonial, colonial and post-colonial eras. The disciplinary area of focus is building finishings in Igbo-speaking areas of Nigeria. The author will be careful with the analytical instruments and tools used. Survey method, Qualitative method and Content analysis will be deployed. Traditional Igbo building finishes observed includes mud (called aja uno or aja oto), bamboo stick (called achara or otosi), timber (called osisi), palm midrib (known as ofolo), timber (known as osisi), thatch (known as akanya, ata, aju, akilika, ejo etc), dye (uli, urie) used for colouring and rope/ strings (elili, udo, ekwele) were being used as fasteners for the joints in place of nails.
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Jalil, Nurul Amira Abd, Nazli Bin Che Din, and Nila Inangda Manyam Keumala Daud. "A Literature Analysis on Acoustical Environment in Green Building Design Strategies." Applied Mechanics and Materials 471 (December 2013): 138–42. http://dx.doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/amm.471.138.
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Acoustic quality is important in ensuring a healthy and workable working environment. One of green buildings main objective is to reduce the building impact on human health and performance. This was emphasized in most green building rating system under its requirement for Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ). IEQ highlights the four main points for achieving an improved indoor environment: indoor air quality, acoustics, visual comfort (lighting) and thermal comfort. Although acoustics was mentioned in the IEQ criteria, according to previous surveys and studies; acoustics quality in green buildings were not improving. It seems as though in order to improve on other green building criteria, acoustics performance is bound to become poorer. Through review of previous literature, survey and studies on acoustical performance in green buildings, the objective of this paper is to identify how green building design strategies contribute to the degradation of acoustical environment in green office buildings. Findings shows that design strategies implemented to cater for other green building requirements such as natural ventilation, daylight, reduction of finishes and office layout have unintentionally decrease the acoustical quality.
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ONYEKWENA, Tobechukwu, and Chukwuemeka Ozioma Stanislaus ONWUKWE. "FIRE PROTECTION AND SAFETY ON BUILDING SITE." Inter-disciplinary Journal of the Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics Zone D. 1, no. 1 (2021): 234–40. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.6384381.
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The principal source of fire in buildings/building sites is their content. Obviously, the combustibility of the content of buildings varies considerably. This paper considers the effects of fire on the structure and finishes building sites, and highlights methods and equipment used for protecting the building and its occupants from the effect of fire. It also highlights measures that are necessary to ensure the safety of men and materials on a building site. The paper concludes that the purpose of fire protection is to ensure the protection of life, materials, goods and activities within a building or on a building internally and in relation to adjacent buildings internally and in relation to adjacent buildings, and satisfactory planning and construction of means of escape, and installation of protective service for firefighting in the building and the site. In addition, schedule 5 of Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974 and the Building Regulations make it mandatory for any contractor or client on a building site to provide first aid boxes, shelter and accommodation for clothing and for taking meals on every site, protective clothing, fencing and provision of security guard etc to ensure maximum protection of all parties concerned at site.
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Deam, Bruce L., Mary Comerio, and Jeff Clendon. "Preliminary observations of the Darfield (Canterbury) earthquake." Bulletin of the New Zealand Society for Earthquake Engineering 43, no. 4 (2010): 368–73. http://dx.doi.org/10.5459/bnzsee.43.4.368-373.
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The University of Canterbury campus on the west side of Christchurch has a range of building types built since the late 1950s. The building stock is predominantly 3-12 storey concrete construction. About one third of campus buildings had some secondary and non-structural damage during the earthquake, while about three quarters had contents damaged; filing cabinets overturned, books off shelves, shelves overturned, fallen lab equipment, broken glassware. The secondary structural damage was primarily to stairs, finishes at seismic joints, ceilings and elevators. This paper outlines the impacts the earthquake had on the campus buildings, in terms of structural, secondary structural and contents damage. It also outlines the post-earthquake recovery process and downtime.
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Souček, Jiří, and Petra Tichá. "Modeling Interior Environment of Historical Building and Determination of Critical Places for Application of Nanotextiles Protection." Advanced Materials Research 1025-1026 (September 2014): 1141–44. http://dx.doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/amr.1025-1026.1141.
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Reconstruction of internal plaster in historical buildings belongs to significant and obvious treatment in a landmark area that helps protect irreplaceable cultural resources. Original form of historical buildings has been usually altered over time and alterations are an important part of the building's history. These interventions don ́t often respect the basic function of interior. Results of these changes cause plaster and painting decay, slow air flow and higher air moisture concentration. Computer simulation plays major role in determining places where is necessary to apply surface protection that will preserve the valuable interior surface against negative influences such as high level of moisture, fungus, chemical reactions etc. Abatement of negative influences within historic buildings requires particular care if important historic finishes are not to be adversely affected. Reconstruction of historical interiors should be designed to minimize visual changes to a historic building. Choosing the most appropriate treatment for a historical building requires careful decision making about using of appropriate material for renovation. Using of nanofibers should be minimal modifications to the historic appearance and protect from negative influences.
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Blundell Jones, Peter. "Sigurd Lewerentz: Church of St Peter, Klippan, 1963–66." Architectural Research Quarterly 6, no. 2 (2002): 159–73. http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/s1359135502001628.
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Ogbu, Chukwuemeka Patrick. "Building Quality Condition and Maintenance Cost: The Case of Public Low Income Housing in Abia State, Nigeria." Journal of Construction Business and Management 1, no. 2 (2017): 24–34. http://dx.doi.org/10.15641/jcbm.1.2.78.
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Maintenance cost of buildings could constitute a major cost burden on low income housing dwellers. The purpose of this paper is to investigate the relationship between physical condition and maintenance cost of low income housing buildings. Data was gathered using structured questionnaire and score sheets. The questionnaires elicited responses on the respondents’ perception of their buildings’ physical condition. The score sheets were used by trained research assistants to generate information on the state of the physical conditions of the buildings. Data analyses were carried out using Mann-Whitney U test and Spearman’s correlation. The study found that the element with the highest relative condition index (RCI=0.78) is internal walls, while external wall finishes/decoration has the least (RCI=0.45). Similarly, the element with the highest quality index (QI=0.88) is soak away pit and septic tank, while internal ceiling finishes/decoration has the least QI (0.49). It was further discovered that a significant difference exists between the RCI which is based on the respondents’ perceptions, and the QI which is based on the research assistants’ scores. The relationship between QI and annual maintenance cost is not significant, while the relationship between RCI and annual maintenance cost is significant. It was concluded that the perception of the condition of a building by its owner, rather than the physical state of the building is the main driver of maintenance cost. The study recommends that low income housing end users should be allowed to make inputs at the conception and planning stages of their buildings.
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Tuomi, Tapani, Kari Reijula, Tom Johnsson, et al. "Mycotoxins in Crude Building Materials from Water-Damaged Buildings." Applied and Environmental Microbiology 66, no. 5 (2000): 1899–904. http://dx.doi.org/10.1128/aem.66.5.1899-1904.2000.
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ABSTRACT We analyzed 79 bulk samples of moldy interior finishes from Finnish buildings with moisture problems for 17 mycotoxins, as well as for fungi that could be isolated using one medium and one set of growth conditions. We found the aflatoxin precursor, sterigmatocystin, in 24% of the samples and trichothecenes in 19% of the samples. Trichothecenes found included satratoxin G or H in five samples; diacetoxyscirpenol in five samples; and 3-acetyl-deoxynivalenol, deoxynivalenol, verrucarol, or T-2-tetraol in an additional five samples. Citrinine was found in three samples. Aspergillus versicolor was present in most sterigmatocystin-containing samples, and Stachybotrys spp. were present in the samples where satratoxins were found. In many cases, however, the presence of fungi thought to produce the mycotoxins was not correlated with the presence of the expected compounds. However, when mycotoxins were found, some toxigenic fungi usually were present, even if the species originally responsible for producing the mycotoxin was not isolated. We conclude that the identification and enumeration of fungal species present in bulk materials are important to verify the severity of mold damage but that chemical analyses are necessary if the goal is to establish the presence of mycotoxins in moldy materials.
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Torres-Quezada, Jefferson, and Tatiana Sánchez-Quezada. "Dataset of Specific Total Embodied Energy and Specific Total Weight of 40 Buildings from the Last Four Decades in the Andean Region of Ecuador." Data 8, no. 5 (2023): 77. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/data8050077.
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This article presents the Specific Total Embodied Energy (STEE) and Specific Total Weight (STW) of 40 Andean residential buildings in Ecuador, from 1980 to 2020. Firstly, the BoM of ten buildings of every decade was obtained through field work carried out in three urban sectors of this city. Secondly, the specific embodied energy and specific weight of every material found in the 40 samples were obtained by bibliography. Finally, the calculation of each building was divided into three components: Structure, Envelope and Finishes. The analyzed data show a detailed collection of different materials and construction typologies used in these four decades, and the impact on their embodied energy and their weight. Moreover, this article gives a Specific Embodied Energy and Specific Weight database of 25 materials that are extensively used in Andean regions. The results show several changes in reference to the insertion of new material, but also regarding the adoption of new architectonic models. The most important changes, in the analyzed period, have been the use of concrete and metal in the structure instead of wood, the increase in the glass surface in the envelope, and the replacement of wood by particleboard on the finishes. In conclusion, the STEE of the entire building has experienced an increase of 2.19 times in the last four decades. The STW value has also increased, but to a lesser extent (1.36 times).
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Yamauchi, Takashi, Atsuo Hiramitsu, and Susumu Hirakawa. "Effect of ceiling and dry-type double floor on heavy-weight floor impact sound in concrete building and CLT building." INTER-NOISE and NOISE-CON Congress and Conference Proceedings 263, no. 3 (2021): 3064–72. http://dx.doi.org/10.3397/in-2021-2298.
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The air layer between the interior finishes and the structure is used as piping and wiring space. In many cases, ceilings and dry-type double floors are commonly constructed in Japan. However, the effect of the air layer of ceilings and dry-type double floors on the heavy-weight floor impact sound insulation performance has not yet quantitatively investigated. Therefore, in this study, the same floor and ceiling structures were constructed for concrete and CLT buildings, and the heavy-weight floor impact sound was investigated. As results, it was confirmed that the reduction amount of the heavy-weight floor impact sound by the ceiling tended to be smaller in CLT buildings than in concrete buildings. However, the trends were similar. Due to the dry-type double floor structure, the heavy-weight floor impact sound level was increased in concrete building and decreased in CLT building at 63 Hz in the octave band center frequency band. Therefore, it can be said that the dry-type double floor structure can be used to improve the heavy-weight floor impact sound performance in the CLT building.
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Watchman, Mélanie, André Potvin, and Claude M. H. Demers. "A post-occupancy evaluation of the influence of wood on environmental comfort." BioResources 12, no. 4 (2017): 8704–24. http://dx.doi.org/10.15376/biores.12.4.8704-8724.
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Emerging research on the impact of interior finishes, more specifically wood, is beginning to shed light on informed design opportunities. As a natural building material with unique features, wood creates warm and pleasant atmospheres and has the potential of enhancing the well-being of occupants. This research attempted to better understand how occupants perceive wood in built environments and whether its indoor use influenced the satisfaction of occupants. The comfort of occupants may have been influenced by factors that were unrelated to the indoor environmental quality, which caused difficulties in comparing interior finishes in existing environments and limited research in this field. An exploratory comparative study, within a post-occupancy evaluation framework, investigated the subjective perception of occupants in relation to physical comfort factors. Thirty-six occupants completed a questionnaire to examine comfort satisfaction in a multifunctional room with extensive wooden interior finishes in comparison with a similar space without wood surfaces. The results indicated that occupants were more satisfied in the extensive wood surfaced room in terms of lighting, noise, and temperature, despite the similar environmental conditions in both spaces. Adjectives often used to describe the wood room included bright, pleasant, modern, and warm. Architects should consider the subjective qualities of wood when designing comfortable buildings.
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Sampaio, Alcínia Zita, António Mendes Pinto, Augusto Martins Gomes, and Alberto Sanchez-Lite. "Generation of an HBIM Library regarding a Palace of the 19th Century in Lisbon." Applied Sciences 11, no. 15 (2021): 7020. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/app11157020.
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The growing interest within the construction industry in the preservation, rehabilitation, and conversion of heritage-value buildings has led to the implementation of Historic Building Information Modelling (HBIM) across all sectors. The rigorously accurate representation of old construction solutions for roofs, floors, and walls, and of the decorative details and finishes, commonly used in historic buildings of patrimonial value, requires specific geometric modelling processes in order to generate relevant libraries of parametric objects. This study addresses the generation of parametric families of representative architectural geometry in the context of the conversion of a building of patrimonial value. A collection of historical information and a detailed inspection in situ, recorded by means of digital images and sketches with annotative dimensions of the architectural forms, were first carried out to support the accurate representation of the building. Several families of objects were generated, namely, guillotine windows, glazed doors, ornamental stonework, staircases, and handrails, thus creating a reference library for use in further similar building projects. The study improves the potential of the BIM process for its application to buildings with distinctive architecture in the context of the preservation or conversion of heritage buildings.
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Sham, Janet Fung Chu, Tommy Yiu Lo, and Wei Ting Xu. "CONTINUOUS SURFACE TEMPERATURE MONITORING TO ESTIMATE SENSIBLE HEAT LOSS BY BUILDING FINISHES." Environmental Engineering and Management Journal 10, no. 2 (2011): 311–17. http://dx.doi.org/10.30638/eemj.2011.045.
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Garcia Sobrinho, Renner de Assis, Franklin Piauhy Neto, and Henrique Fernandes. "Public Database of Cracks Images in Mortar Coating with Different Types of Surface Finishes." Buildings 13, no. 7 (2023): 1872. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/buildings13071872.
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The use of technology, such as artificial intelligence (AI), in production processes has been optimizing several industrial realities. In civil construction, AI can be used in different applications, one of which is building inspection. One of the difficulties in developing this type of study is the low number of public image databases that represent more general aspects of building wear. In view of this, the main objective of this research was to set up a public database of images of cracks in mortar coating, considering different types of surface finish—smooth type, scrapped type, and rough type. A database was created with 33,088 images that went through a systematic labeling process based on classes defined in the study. Network training was carried out through transfer learning using the VGG16 in different groupings of finishes. It was found that the training accuracy varies according to surface finish and data balancing. The finish of the scrapped type was the one that presented the lowest accuracy. The database presented several types of noise and was unbalanced in all categories defined in the labeling. In this way, it was possible to create a database that represented possible situations to be found in real inspections.
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Lavy, Sarel, and Manish K. Dixit. "Wall Finish Selection in Hospital Design: A Survey of Facility Managers." HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal 5, no. 2 (2012): 80–98. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/193758671200500207.
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Objective: This paper seeks to analyze healthcare facility managers' perceptions regarding the materials used for interior wall finishes and the criteria used to select them. It also examines differences in wall finish materials and the selection process in three major hospital spaces: emergency, surgery, and in-patient units. These findings are compared with healthcare designers' perceptions on similar issues, as currently documented in the literature. Background: Hospital design and the materials used for hospital construction have a considerable effect on the environment and health of patients. A 2002 survey revealed which characteristics healthcare facility designers consider when selecting materials for healthcare facilities; however, no similar study has examined the views of facility managers on building finish selection. Methods: A 22-question survey questionnaire was distributed to 210 facility managers of metropolitan, for-profit hospitals in Texas; IRB approval was obtained. Respondents were asked to rank 10 interior wall finish materials and 11 selection criteria for wall finishes. Data from 48 complete questionnaires were analyzed using descriptive statistics and nonparametric statistical analysis methods. Results: The study found no statistically significant differences in terms of wall finish materials or the characteristics for material selection in the three major spaces studied. It identified facility managers' four most-preferred wall finish materials and the five-most preferred characteristics, with a statistical confidence level of greater than 95%. Conclusions: The paper underscores the importance of incorporating all perspectives: facility designers and facility managers should work together toward achieving common organizational goals.
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Bhattacharya, Tapan. "Conservation of Historic Buildings and their Adaptive Re-use." Journal of Heritage, Archaeology & Management (JHAM) 1, no. 1 (2021): 145–51. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.5034828.
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Abstract The change in usage pattern of the historic buildings has called for some serious structural interventions by means of additions and alterations during their repairs and maintenance etc. Past users have used and enjoyed these buildings in a very different way while the present users mostly intend to use these buildings with all available modern facilities like electrification, air conditioning even installation of passenger lifts etc. In some cases, the surface finishes are also altered as per the choice of the present users without caring for the compatibility of such alterations to an old building or the internationally accepted principles of conservation of historic buildings. As a result, conservation of these buildings has become more difficult and challenging. Historic buildings were constructed as per traditional building construction techniques and basic building materials were mostly locally sourced. But the present interventions and alterations are being done following modern building construction techniques and modern building materials which are adversely affecting the originality, authenticity, aesthetics and above all the structural stability of those historic buildings. Repair and maintenance of many such buildings are laid in the hands of modern engineers who are trying their best to add structural strength to these buildings by using modern materials and techniques. But, the use of such strong materials in old historic buildings which are made of comparatively softer and porous building materials in old days is resulting to irreparable damages. Conservation of the historic old buildings requires specialized skill. Understanding the building and its original construction technique etc is important before taking up any repair or maintenance work to these buildings. Alterations and additions should be sympathetic to the existing original building structure and the new building materials to be used for repair and maintenance should not be stronger than the materials used for original construction.
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Al-Absi, Zeyad Amin, Mohd Isa Mohd Hafizal, Mazran Ismail, Hanizam Awang, and Abdullah Al-Shwaiter. "Properties of PCM-based composites developed for the exterior finishes of building walls." Case Studies in Construction Materials 16 (June 2022): e00960. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.cscm.2022.e00960.
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Oluwole Folorunso, Clement, and Mohd Hamdan Ahmad. "Variance in paint maintenance frequency in tropical salty environment." Structural Survey 32, no. 4 (2014): 286–98. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/ss-01-2014-0001.
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Purpose – Paint that is used as exterior finish is subject to the stresses of the climate. The factors of climate such as sun and rain are major source of quick deterioration of paint. The existence of saline air and endogenic salt in substrates in any environment will increase the rate of failure and frequency of repainting of building exterior wall. The purpose of this paper is to ascertain the difference in the frequency of repainting of exterior surface of buildings in areas at close proximity to the Atlantic Ocean and the hinterland. Design/methodology/approach – The research adopted a survey method that involved the administration of structured questionnaire on 384 respondents to elicit data for analysis. SPSS 15.0 software was used to analyse the data. The study area is divided into two zones. Findings – Paint of the same quality from the same manufacturer is found to perform differently. All defects that are caused by salt attack occur earlier in Zone B than Zone A. The frequency of repainting (maintenance) in Zone A is two years due to direct contact with the Atlantic Ocean and Zone B is four years because of the distance from the ocean. Practical implications – This study enlightens the stakeholders in the building industry in the preparation of maintenance schedule for buildings in salty environment. It will also assist the architects in decision making during specifications of exterior finishes in such environments. The maintenance challenges of paint that is applied as exterior finish in salty environment is made clear. Originality/value – It is a novel search into understanding the maintenance frequency of paint that is applied as exterior finish of buildings in areas with direct and indirect contact to salt attack.
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Ibitoye, Obafemi Adeniyi, Babamboni Adekunle Solomon, Tolulope A. Afolabi, and Aanuoluwa Oyewole. "DOCUMENTATION OF LOCAL ARCHITECTURAL VOCABULARIES FOR RESIDENTIAL BUILDING COMPONENTS IN YORUBA CULTURES." FUDMA JOURNAL OF SCIENCES 6, no. 1 (2022): 404–14. http://dx.doi.org/10.33003/fjs-2021-0601-2037.
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Cultural architectural vocabularies are not only rich but diverse and they usually reflect their unique cultural expressions. These vocabularies cut across all building components, such as; roof structures, walling and flooring systems, finishes, materials, and a host of others. This study documents local architectural vocabularies for residential building components in Nigeria cultures with focus on Yoruba residential buildings in Oyo State. Using qualitative research approach, traditional building components of Yoruba residential buildings were identified, and their features documented. The cultural and historical significance were analysed. The building layout, room divisions, structural systems, roof forms, wall treatments, and decorative motifs were identified as the key Yoruba architectural elements. Thirty-five (35) building components were identified and the pictorial and yoruba language interpretations were documented in a tabular form “See table 3.1”. The alignment of buildings with the cardinal points reflects the spiritual significance and connection with the natural world. The decorative motifs used in Oyo architecture hold symbolic meanings. The "adinkra" motif represents the interconnectedness of all things in the universe. Modernization, urbanization, and socio-economic changes pose threats to the continuity of traditional building practices. The increasing use of modern building materials and standardized construction methods diminishes the authenticity and uniqueness of Oyo architecture. The documentation of thesevocabularies is essential for the preservation and promotion of cultural heritage,as well as for the development of sustainable building practices that are rooted in local traditions. The findings of theresearch highlight the cultural significance and symbolism embedded within the architectural vocabularies of the Oyo tribe.
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Montero-Parejo, María Jesús, Lorenzo García Moruno, Antonio Manuel Reyes Rodríguez, Julio Hernández Blanco, and Jacinto Garrido Velarde. "Analysis of Façade Color and Cost to Improve Visual Integration of Buildings in the Rural Environment." Sustainability 12, no. 9 (2020): 3840. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/su12093840.
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In recent decades, rural buildings have proliferated in the rural environment, in many cases clashing with the surroundings. One of the main objectives in rural areas must be to maintain a balance between economic and sustainable development. In the exterior design of buildings, it is necessary to follow technical and scientific criteria that respect the natural environment, and one of the most important parameters in this scenario is façade color. This article analyzes the costs of using different colors on façades and how color variations affect the integration of buildings in the rural landscape. It addresses the context of rural buildings in the Extremadura region of Spain, where large areas of undeveloped land are available to drive economic development. Ten technical projects and photos of buildings were used for the study. A palette of suitable colors developed and proposed in previous studies was used to improve the external finishes of the façades. The variation in cost was calculated between the current designs and improved alternatives simulated using infographs, and a survey was conducted to determine how the rating of the landscape integration changed. The analysis shows that a building façade in a suitable color is always a significantly better rated solution than a finish in white (by 9%–14%). The results obtained are important because they show that a small variation in the cost of a building can significantly increase the rating of its integration and, therefore, give value added to the intervention because it respects the natural environment.
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Broniewicz, Filip, and Miroslaw Broniewicz. "Sustainability of Steel Office Buildings." Energies 13, no. 14 (2020): 3723. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/en13143723.
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Sustainable construction is an important part of sustainable development because of its contribution to the economy as well as the environmental and social impact of buildings on our lives. Steel is one of the most basic materials, both in the structures and for the finishes. It enables efficiency, durability, and recyclability, especially for office buildings. All these features of steel show its sustainable potential. Consumers are becoming increasingly concerned about the environment. They need to be able to make informed decisions about the impact of their actions. This publication is aimed at setting out key themes for the design and construction of sustainable buildings. Examples of office building environmental analyses are presented to illustrate how this is being achieved in steel construction.
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@Baharum, Zarita Ahmad. "Building sustainable tenancies: tenants' preference criteria in choosing the location of purpose-built office buildings." International Journal of Property Sciences 13, no. 1 (2023): 21–32. http://dx.doi.org/10.22452/ijps.vol13no1.2.
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Building sustainable tenancies is a comprehensive strategy used with tenants to establish sustainable relationship connections. Tenants are said to be the lifeblood of the building, thus retaining them is a difficult task that requires a variety of tactics in guaranteeing that they receive high-quality services. According to their business nature & requirements, as well as other considerations that the company may need to take into account, tenants have preferences for location and space. This paper attempts to determine the criteria that tenants consider when choosing a location and space for purpose-built office buildings. Through the use of a quantitative approach, a survey among the tenants of office buildings in Kuala Lumpur was conducted. From the responses gathered, it is found that the Criteria that have the biggest impact on where tenants choose to rent include the property's condition, type of finishes, cleanliness, competent management and maintenance team, and proximity to transportation in addition, the choices of tenants can also be influenced by criteria such as availability of facilities, location, property condition, security and access control, and branding/image.
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Trinchese, Giuseppe, Alessia Verniero, and Gregorio García López de la Osa. "New recycling technologies of demolished materials for sustainable finishes: the project of concrete reuse on site in Tres Cantos, Madrid." VITRUVIO - International Journal of Architectural Technology and Sustainability 7, no. 2 (2022): 100–111. http://dx.doi.org/10.4995/vitruvioijats.2022.18844.
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The work presented aims to analyse the feasibility of reusing concrete, once demolished from a building in Tres Cantos in Madrid, to manufacture finishing materials for buildings, as well as to design a procedure. The first phase consists of a bibliographic search on the reuse of materials, analysing the techniques adopted so far and the lines of work. The second phase related to the acquisition of data related to the production and recycling of Construction and Demolition Waste (CDW) at a European level. The third phase consists of the study of recycled aggregates resulting from demolitions or landslides, their treatment process. The fourth and final phase consists of the development of a laboratory test plan to evaluate varied materials for finishing exterior cement pavements with concrete from the demolition of the case study building. There were many conclusions and results of the project. The granulometry of the fine fraction of demolished concrete is suitable to produce non-structural products, such as building finishes and in particular non-driveway outdoor flooring. In terms of flexural and compressive strength, the mechanical behaviour of recycled mixes is lower than that of reference mixes. The recycled mixes show slightly higher capillary absorption capacities than the reference mixes, and the value is higher the greater the percentage of recycled aggregates used (a critical issue which can be resolved by pre-saturating the recycled material).
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Trinchese, Giuseppe, Alessia Verniero, and Gregorio García López de la Osa. "New recycling technologies of demolished materials for sustainable finishes: the project of concrete reuse on site in Tres Cantos, Madrid." VITRUVIO - International Journal of Architectural Technology and Sustainability 7, no. 2 (2022): 100–111. http://dx.doi.org/10.4995/vitruvio-ijats.2022.18844.
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The work presented aims to analyse the feasibility of reusing concrete, once demolished from a building in Tres Cantos in Madrid, to manufacture finishing materials for buildings, as well as to design a procedure. The first phase consists of a bibliographic search on the reuse of materials, analysing the techniques adopted so far and the lines of work. The second phase related to the acquisition of data related to the production and recycling of Construction and Demolition Waste (CDW) at a European level. The third phase consists of the study of recycled aggregates resulting from demolitions or landslides, their treatment process. The fourth and final phase consists of the development of a laboratory test plan to evaluate varied materials for finishing exterior cement pavements with concrete from the demolition of the case study building. There were many conclusions and results of the project. The granulometry of the fine fraction of demolished concrete is suitable to produce non-structural products, such as building finishes and in particular non-driveway outdoor flooring. In terms of flexural and compressive strength, the mechanical behaviour of recycled mixes is lower than that of reference mixes. The recycled mixes show slightly higher capillary absorption capacities than the reference mixes, and the value is higher the greater the percentage of recycled aggregates used (a critical issue which can be resolved by pre-saturating the recycled material).
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Jafarzadeh, Reza, Jason M. Ingham, and Suzanne Wilkinson. "A Seismic Retrofit Cost Database for Buildings with a Framed Structure." Earthquake Spectra 30, no. 2 (2014): 625–37. http://dx.doi.org/10.1193/080713eqs226.
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A comprehensive database for the specific challenge of cost prediction when undertaking seismic retrofitting of existing buildings is presented. A rigorous data collection effort performed in Iran resulted in the generation of a database of 158 data points, each pertaining to a public school building with a framed structure. The generated database includes the information on the seismic retrofit cost values reflected in construction tender documents, together with the information on 14 variables envisaged to have a degree of influence on this cost. This information for a given building was carefully elicited from the final enacted documents developed through the seismic retrofit study of that particular school. Construction costs include structural costs and the costs of architecture and finishes. The database could be of value to those attempting to determine key variables that influence retrofit cost, or to those comparing retrofit practices and costs in different areas of the world.
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Sylvester, Ádám. "Találkozás a salétrom utcai loffice épülettel." Metszet 12, no. 1 (2021): 40–45. http://dx.doi.org/10.33268/met.2021.1.5.
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Walking around the main boulevard in Budapest this building jumps out from a backstreet, the bold use of white finishes and a four-floor high themed, figurative, monumental shading device raise this project above its surroundings. Instantly leading any passerby to consider what is the function and who are the users? A fresh approach to community office space, somewhere on the borderline between loft living and office aesthetic. A building which at first glance seems to be luxurious regarding its function on closer inspection reveals its inner humble character, inspiring creativity and positivity.
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Roviras Miñana, Jordi, and Vicente Sarrablo Moreno. "Design of a New Solar Thermal Collector with Ceramic Materials Integrated into the Building Facades." Designs 2, no. 4 (2018): 44. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/designs2040044.
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The work presented here aims to demonstrate the technical, architectural, and energy viability of solar thermal collectors made with ceramic materials and their suitability for domestic hot water (DHW) and building heating systems in the Mediterranean climate. The proposal is for the design of a ceramic shell, formed by collector and non-collecting panels, which forms part of the building system itself, and is capable of responding to the basic requirements of a building envelope and harnessing solar energy. Ceramics considerably reduce the final cost of the collector system and offer the new system a variety of compositional and chromatic finishes, occupying the entire building surface and achieving a high degree of architectural integration, although less energy-efficient compared to a conventional metallic collector.
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Brown, Michael. "Review of acoustically related design factors for three recent Los Angeles area music studios." INTER-NOISE and NOISE-CON Congress and Conference Proceedings 263, no. 6 (2021): 670–81. http://dx.doi.org/10.3397/in-2021-1622.
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The design of a professional-quality music recording studios involves a specific set of challenges, namely the need to provide high levels of sound isolation, rigorous noise and vibration control for building support systems, and the provision of acoustically appropriate room finishes. The optimization of design solutions for each of these challenges depends upon project-specific requirements, including aesthetic objectives, base building constraints and the musical genres being recorded. This paper reviews how these challenges were successfully addressed in three recent Los Angeles area music recording/broadcast studio projects. Projects reviewed include a recording studio at University of California, Los Angeles, where challenges included the need to accommodate all musical genres, from jazz, to orchestra, to drum ensembles. The two other studios were both for broadcast organizations: KCRW, an influential NPR-affiliated music-orientated radio station and for the commercial radio broadcaster SiriusXM. The paper includes discussion of why and how various acoustical techniques were utilized, including use of "floating" construction and live room variable acoustics. Solutions for successfully incorporating significant areas of glazing into live rooms and accommodation of audiences are also discussed, along with the various acoustical room finishes that were applied.
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Hu, Jinglin, Sarah Ben Maamar, Adam J. Glawe, Neil Gottel, Jack A. Gilbert, and Erica M. Hartmann. "Impacts of indoor surface finishes on bacterial viability." Indoor Air 29, no. 4 (2019): 551–62. http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/ina.12558.
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Jadhav, Shruti, and M. B. Kurnthekar. "Study of Restoration of the Historic Building." Journal of Recent Activities in Architectural Sciences 7, no. 1 (2022): 28–34. http://dx.doi.org/10.46610/joraas.2022.v07i01.005.
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Thousands of years have passed since the construction of historic buildings or monuments, and they are often the most enduring and well-known symbols of former civilizations. It is vital that these national emblems of cultural and historical significance be preserved for future generations. Each heritage structure has its own distinctive characteristics and aesthetic finishes, as well as its own set of conservation concerns that necessitate innovative solutions. Pollution, age, fire, catastrophic occurrences such as earthquakes, floods, tsunamis, cyclones, soil-structure interaction (soil settlement, etc.), structural flaws, and a variety of other variables all contribute to the degradation of structures. Historic buildings are important monuments, thus this will be a severe setback for the country. It is critical to choose the right technique for restoration based on the parent structure's look. The new techniques must be compatible with the structure. This paper focuses on such challenges and corrective techniques to solve them while keeping the cultural integrity of the structure.
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Macuha, Richmark. "EVALUATING THE PHYSICAL VULNERABILITY OF PUBLIC SCHOOL BUILDINGS AGAINST FLOODING IN METRO MANILA, PHILIPPINES." ASEAN Engineering Journal 13, no. 2 (2023): 101–6. http://dx.doi.org/10.11113/aej.v13.18959.
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Vulnerability analysis has always been an integral part of disaster risk assessment. This study aims to assess the physical vulnerability of public school buildings against flooding. It discusses the vulnerable elements or attributes, the extent of damages incurred during flood events, the damage response, and the future steps that must be taken to increase flood resiliency. The study used empirical data collection using semi-structured interviews to characterize the common types of public schools and to collate the damage responses. Quantity surveying was performed to measure the amount of damages related to different flood depths. Structural damages to public school buildings are not expected for flood heights ranging from ground level up to ten (10) m. However, damages are incurred by building finishes and fixtures. Floors, walls, and septic system are cosmetically damaged. Vulnerable components include wooden elements like doors, cabinets, blackboards and ceiling, and electrical fixtures such as wiring, lighting, outlets, switches, and fire alarm system. Comprehensive vulnerability description of public school buildings were represented as curves of flood depth vs. damage index. The damage ratio decreases as the number of floors increase. Maximum damage to one-story building is 23.6% while at 15.02% for four-story school building. This study is an attempt to promote further research of the subject matter in developing countries towards flood resiliency in the built environment.
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Nelissen, Sander, and Mariël Polman. "Duikers’ Open Air School: Re-Use or Contin-Use?" Global Design, no. 47 (2012): 34–41. http://dx.doi.org/10.52200/47.a.4lyganh7.
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Even more than eighty years after its inauguration in 1930, Jan Duiker’s ‘First Open Air School for the Healthy Child’ in Amsterdam remains in use as an elementary school for the education of children between 6 and 12 years old. The building has recently undergone substantial restoration works, including some changes that were necessary to keep up with current regulations. Some 1950s interventions have been retained which posed particular challenges regarding the colors and finishes. The clear cut appearance of the building seems to ignore the complexity of the design decisions that had to be made to grant this building a second lease of life. Restoration architect Sander Nelissen (Wessel de Jonge architects, Rotterdam) and architectural paint researcher Mariël Polman (Cultural Heritage Agency) worked closely together on the restoration of the building and its interior.
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Chung, Suwan, and Soonwook Kwon. "Framework of Conceptual Estimation Model for BIM based Internal Finishes of High-rise Building Project." Korean Journal of Construction Engineering and Management 15, no. 2 (2014): 53–61. http://dx.doi.org/10.6106/kjcem.2014.15.2.053.
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