Ollár, A (2024) Circular building adaptability in multi-residential buildings: The status quo and a conceptual design framework. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 42(7), pp. 1-17. ISSN 23984708
Abstract
Purpose: There is a renowned interest in adaptability as an important principle for achieving circularity in the built environment. Circular building adaptability (CBA) could enable long-term building utilisation and flexible use of space with limited material flows. This paper identifies and analyses design strategies facilitating CBA to propose a framework for enhancing the implementation of the concept. Design/methodology/approach: Interviews were conducted with professionals experienced in circular building design to explore the questions "How do currently applied design strategies enable CBA?" and "How can CBA be implemented through a conceptual design framework?". The interviews encircled multi-residential building examples to identify currently applied circular design strategies. The interviews were analysed through qualitative content analysis using CBA determinants as a coding framework. Findings: The results show that all ten CBA determinants are supported by design strategies applied in current circular building design. However, some determinants are more supported than others, and design strategies are often employed without explicitly considering adaptability. The design strategies that enable adaptability offer long-term solutions requiring large-scale modifications rather than facilitating low-impact adaptation by dwelling occupants. The proposed conceptual design framework could aid architects in resolving these issues and implementing CBA in their circular building design. Originality/value: This paper’s contribution to CBA is threefold. It demonstrates design strategies facilitating CBA, proposes a conceptual design framework to apply the concept and identifies the need for a more comprehensive application of available adaptability strategies.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | circular building adaptability; circular building design; design framework; multi-residential building; interview |
| Index terms: | determinant, implementation, built environment, architect, adaptation, circularity, residential building, building design, circular design strategy, building adaptability, conceptual design, adaptability, methodology, strategy, content analysis, design framework, design strategy, interview |
| Subjects: | data analysis and analytics, contractual arrangements, architectural design, sustainable materials, design methods, construction type, risk assessment, profession, data collection methods, user focus, infrastructure and transport systems, building performance, sustainable design, management, design practice, research methods |
| Topics: | Research Practice, Business Strategy, Construction Technology, Procurement, Sustainability, Risk Management, Roles and Professions, Design Practice, Urban Studies |
| Descriptive scope: | 5 PCTEA |
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