Yitmen, I.; Almusaed, A. and Alizadehsalehi, S. (2026) Facilitating construction 5.0 for smart, sustainable and resilient buildings: Opportunities and challenges for implementation. Smart and Sustainable Built Environment, 15(2), pp. 729-764. ISSN 2046-6099
Abstract
Purpose – The concept of Construction 5.0 has emerged as the next frontier in construction practices and is characterized by the integration of advanced technologies with human-centered approaches, sustainable practices and resilience considerations to build smart and future-ready buildings. However, there is currently a gap in research that provides a comprehensive perspective on the opportunities and challenges of facilitating Construction 5.0. This study aims to explore the opportunities and challenges in facilitating Construction 5.0 and its potential to implement smart, sustainable and resilient buildings. Design/methodology/approach – The structural equation modeling (SEM) method was used to evaluate the research model and investigate the opportunities and challenges related to Construction 5.0 in its implementation for smart, sustainable and resilient buildings. Findings – The results show that adopting human-centric technology, sustaining resilience and maintaining sustainability in the architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) industry seizes the opportunities to overcome the challenges for facilitating Construction 5.0 in the implementation of smart, sustainable and resilient buildings. Practical implications – The AEC industry facilitating Construction 5.0 has the potential to redefine the future of construction, creating a built environment that is not only intelligent, sustainable and resilient but also deeply connected with the well-being and values of the communities it serves. Originality/value – The research illuminates the path forward for a holistic understanding of Construction 5.0, envisioning a future where smart, sustainable and resilient buildings stand as testaments to the harmonious collaboration between humans and technology.
| Item Type: | Article |
|---|---|
| Uncontrolled Keywords: | AEC industry; buildings; construction 5.0; human-centric technology; resilient; SEM; smart; sustainable |
| Index terms: | integration, built environment, implementation, sustainable practice, well-being, collaboration, methodology, structural equation modelling |
| Subjects: | mental health and wellbeing, infrastructure and transport systems, statistical analysis, sustainable practices, research methods, management, contractual arrangements, organizational analysis |
| Topics: | Research Practice, Organizational Design, Health and Safety, Sustainability, Urban Studies, Procurement |
| Descriptive scope: | 3 CTA |
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