Iskandarani, H; Proverbs, D G and Xiao, H (2023) Towards improving the design and planning of post-conflict housing reconstruction projects: A conceptual framework. Built Environment Project and Asset Management, 13(2), pp. 253-269. ISSN 2044-124X
Abstract
Purpose: There is a significant dearth of theoretical and practical knowledge with respect to the design and planning stages of post-conflict housing reconstruction projects. This research presents the development of a conceptual framework towards improving the design and planning processes of post-conflict housing reconstruction projects. Design/methodology/approach: A systematic review of the literature on post-conflict housing reconstruction in developing countries, incorporating the themes of collaboration and stakeholder engagement, is presented. A synthesis of this literature is used to inform the development of a conceptual framework that seeks to address the limitations of current housing reconstruction models in post-conflict environments by establishing collaborative approaches at the initial stages of design, as well as the tasks required to achieve efficient results through the aid of relief organisations (NGOs). Findings: While the review essentially identifies the fundamental issues and inadequacies of the current housing reconstruction models, the proposed framework aims to enable the implementation of better and efficient collaborative design and planning strategies and practices in post-conflict housing reconstruction. Originality/value: The conceptual framework aims to promote more effective collaboration through the design of post-conflict housing reconstruction projects by strengthening communication and coordination between the key stakeholders. Furthermore, the research highlights several gaps in the extant literature, signposting new directions for future research in the area of stakeholder engagement during the design and planning post-conflict housing.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | design; housing; planning; post-conflict reconstruction; project management; reconstruction; stakeholders |
| Index terms: | strategy, post-conflict reconstruction, developing country, collaboration, collaborative design, housing reconstruction, methodology, stakeholder engagement, project management, implementation, systematic literature review, coordination, strengthening, conceptual framework, planning process, housing, reconstruction |
| Subjects: | theoretical framing, research methods, building construction, community and social dimensions, management, project controls, construction type, development economics, design methods, research evaluation and metrics, project management theory and practice, contractual arrangements, structural engineering, post-disaster and reconstruction |
| Topics: | Business Strategy, Procurement, Time Control, Urban Studies, Engineering Principles, Stakeholder Management, Design Practice, International Construction, Research Practice, Project Management, Construction Technology, Organizational Design |
| Descriptive scope: | 5 PCTEA |
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