Kylili, A; Georgali, P Z; Christou, P and Fokaides, P (2024) An integrated building information modeling (BIM)-based lifecycle-oriented framework for sustainable building design. Construction Innovation, 24(2), pp. 492-514. ISSN 1471-4175
Abstract
Purpose: The built environment is taking enormous leaps towards its digitalization. Computer-aided tools such as building information modeling (BIM) are found in the forefront of this evolution, playing a critical role in creating the foundations for the upcoming development of smart low-carbon cities. However, the potential of BIM is still untapped – links will need to be created among the available and forthcoming methodologies under one integral operational system. The purpose of this paper is to present an integrated BIM-based life cycle-oriented framework for achieving sustainable constructions at the pre-construction phase. The developed framework represents an example of the approaches that the construction industry will need to adopt to integrate the different tools under an integrated smart city context. Design/methodology/approach: The methodological approach follows the development of four same-volume different-configuration three-dimensional BIM designs, which are coupled with life cycle assessment (LCA) tools for establishing sustainable building design. Findings: The results of this paper indicated that the choice of building design and shape can play a significant role in reducing the embodied energy and embodied carbon of buildings, achieving a reduction of up to 15% compared to a reference building of same volume and gross floor area. Originality/value: The originality of this paper is found in its approach application by coupling three-dimensional BIM models with LCA data, the use of reinforcement detailing in an nD BIM study and the employment of country-specific LCA databases.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | 3D design; building information modelling; building design; integrated framework; life cycle assessment; sustainability |
| Index terms: | evolution, sustainable building design, methodology, configuration, embodied carbon, sustainable construction, digitalization, life cycle assessment, reinforcement, built environment, lifecycle, construction industry, foundations, embodied energy, building design, building information modelling, life cycle, employment, pre-construction, smart city, database, gross floor area, coupling |
| Subjects: | infrastructure and transport systems, industry analysis, information systems, systems engineering, data management, building performance, sustainable construction, management, structural engineering, research methods, environmental science, energy systems, project delivery, architectural design, digital technology, building materials, environmental impact, urban sustainability, value management |
| Topics: | Human Resources, Digital Applications, Urban Studies, Design Practice, Sustainability, Engineering Principles, Construction Materials, Research Practice, Project Management |
| Descriptive scope: | 3 PCT |
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