Items with Index Term: discomfort

Abanomi, W M (2005) Environmental design of prototype school buildings in hot, arid regions with special reference to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. PhD thesis, Cardiff University, UK.

Abdulkareem, M (2016) Investigation of the daylighting and the thermal environment of Nigeria's low-income housing: the case of Abuja. PhD thesis, University of Portsmouth, UK.

Adade-Boateng, A O; Fugar, F and Adinyira, E (2021) Framework to improve the attitudes of construction workers towards safety helmets. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 26(2), pp. 65-86. ISSN 1823-6499

Ade, R and Rehm, M (2021) Summertime comparative evaluation of indoor temperature and comfort in auckland New Zealand: A survey of green certified, code and older homes. Building Research & Information, 49(3), pp. 336-351. ISSN 0961-3218

Adekunle, T O (2015) Thermal performance of low-carbon prefabricated timber housing in the UK. PhD thesis, University of Kent, UK.

Adekunle, T O (2020) Occupants' comfort and stress indices in a structural timber school building in the Northeast US in different seasons. Building Research & Information, 48(3), pp. 331-348. ISSN 0961-3218

Adjei, E A (2015) Multi-objective optimisation of building design variables and its impact on office building performance: a case for Ghana. PhD thesis, University of Nottingham, UK.

Afolabi, A; Yusuf, A and Akanmu, A (2025) Effect of a passive shoulder-support exoskeleton on muscle activity, range of motion, discomfort, and exertion during painting tasks. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 151(5): 04025027, ISSN 0733-9364

Agyefi-Mensah, S; Kpamma, Z E and Hagan, D E (2022) Stair step geometry compliance with standard specifications for safety and usability: A study of selected university buildings in Ghana. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 40(1), pp. 20-39. ISSN 23984708

Al-Khiami, M. I. and Lindhard, Sø M. (2026) On-site evaluation of back-support exoskeleton effectiveness in construction: A multiple case study of physical performance, ergonomic comfort, and user acceptance among masonry workers. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 152(10): 04026167, ISSN 0733-9364

Al-Khiami, M I; Lindhard, S M and Wandahl, S (2025) Paradox in practice: Work-related musculoskeletal disorder prevalence and reporting among construction workers in Kuwait and Denmark. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 151(7): 04025078, ISSN 0733-9364

Ali, N (2018) A framework for designing energy efficient dwellings satisfying socio-cultural needs in hot climates. PhD thesis, De Montfort University, UK.

Aliasgari, R; Fan, C; Li, X; Golabchi, A and Hamzeh, F (2024) MOCAP and ai-based automated physical demand analysis for workplace safety. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 150(7): 04024060, ISSN 0733-9364

Almomani, A Q M; Almeida, R M S F; Vicente, R and Barreira, E (2025) Long-term monitoring of thermal comfort in three apartments in Jordan. Building Research & Information, 53(8), pp. 965-982. ISSN 0961-3218

Antwi-Afari, M F; Li, H; Edwards, D J; Pärn, E A; Owusu-Manu, D G; Seo, J and Wong, A Y L (2018) Identification of potential biomechanical risk factors for low back disorders during repetitive rebar lifting. Construction Innovation, 18(2), pp. 206-226. ISSN 1471-4175

Aslam, A; Rana, I A and Bhatti, S S (2022) Local climate zones and its potential for building urban resilience: A case study of lahore, Pakistan. International Journal of Disaster Resilience in the Built Environment, 13(2), pp. 248-265. ISSN 1759-5916

Bhandari, S; Hallowell, M R; Alruqi, W and Salas, R (2021) Modeling the relationship between personal risk tolerance, work-related risk tolerance, and risk-taking behavior of construction workers. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 147(4), ISSN 0733-9364

Bordass, B; Pender, R; Steele, K and Graham, A (2025) Learning to sail a building: A people-first approach to retrofit. Buildings & Cities, 6(1), pp. 378-397. ISSN 2632-6655

Camacho-Montano, S C; Cook, M and Wagner, A (2020) Avoiding overheating in existing school buildings through optimized passive measures. Building Research & Information, 48(4), pp. 349-363. ISSN 0961-3218

Castro, L; De Vecchi, R and Lamberts, R (2025) Design process for an occupant survey system to assess satisfaction with indoor environmental quality. Building Research & Information, 53(1-2), pp. 242-260. ISSN 0961-3218

Cloete, Brent; Agumba, Justus; Adebowale, Oluseyi Julius and Meyer, Chris (2026) From readiness to implementation: A framework for BIM adoption in facilities management organisations. Journal of Construction Business and Management, 8(2), pp. 43-53. ISSN 2521-0165

Da Silva, W O P; Farias, B A; Monteiro, I B; Pegorini, V; Casanova, D and Bisconsini, D R (2024) Development of global quality index of unpaved roads. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 150(1): 04023147, ISSN 0733-9364

Elsheikh, A; Motawa, I and Diab, E (2023) Multi-objective genetic algorithm optimization model for energy efficiency of residential building envelope under different climatic conditions in Egypt. International Journal of Construction Management, 23(7), pp. 1244-1253. ISSN 1562-3599

Faheem Haider, M.; Aslam, M.; Khan, R. W. A. and Malik, M. S. A. (2026) Exploring the factors to improve complaint management system in building management through a case study. International Journal of Construction Management, 26(9), pp. 1777-1798. ISSN 1562-3599

Farnham, C; Emura, K and Mizuno, T (2015) Evaluation of cooling effects: Outdoor water mist fan. Building Research & Information, 43(3), pp. 334-345. ISSN 0961-3218

Feriadi, H; Wong, N H; Chandra, S and Cheong, K W (2003) Adaptive behaviour and thermal comfort in Singapore's naturally ventilated housing. Building Research & Information, 31(1), pp. 13-23. ISSN 0961-3218

Garretón, J Y; Rodriguez, R and Pattini, A (2016) Effects of perceived indoor temperature on daylight glare perception. Building Research & Information, 44(8), pp. 907-919. ISSN 0961-3218

Gauthier, S and Shipworth, D (2015) Behavioural responses to cold thermal discomfort. Building Research & Information, 43(3), pp. 355-370. ISSN 0961-3218

Ghanbariazarneir, S.; Maskell, D.; Darby, A.; Heshmati, K. and Walker, I. (2026) The relationship between temperature, relative humidity, and productivity in workplace settings. Building Research & Information, 54(5), pp. 611-631. ISSN 0961-3218

Gonsalves, N; Akanmu, A; Gao, X; Agee, P and Shojaei, A (2023) Industry perception of the suitability of wearable robot for construction work. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 149(5): 04023017, ISSN 0733-9364

Gonsalves, N J; Yusuf, A; Ogunseiju, O and Akanmu, A (2024) Evaluation of concrete workers' interaction with a passive back-support exoskeleton. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 31(11), pp. 4585-4601. ISSN 0969-9988

Gujar, S and Deshmukh, A (2023) Methodology for visual comfort analysis in intermediate open spaces of residential areas, case study: Nagpur, India. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 19(6), pp. 602-619. ISSN 1745-2007

Guo, Q; Amin, S; Wang, H and Yan, H (2024) Coupling simulation of human-environmental safety risk factors in metro construction: A case study of Rongjiazhai Station at xi’an Metro Line 5 in China. International Journal of Construction Education and Research, 20(1), pp. 26-42. ISSN 15578771

Gómez-Sirvent, J L; Fernández-Sotos, D; Fernández-Sotos, A; Sánchez-Reolid, R; López de la Rosa, F and Fernández-Caballero, A (2024) Exploring the impact of windows on musicians' experience: A neuroarchitecture perspective. Building Research & Information, 52(7), pp. 765-780. ISSN 0961-3218

Hassanain, M A (2007) Post-occupancy indoor environmental quality evaluation of student housing facilities. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 3(4), pp. 249-256. ISSN 1745-2007

Jacob, J C; Pandit, D and Sen, J (2025) Developing a validated simulation model of micro-zonal air-conditioning to evaluate thermal comfort parameters. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 21(2), pp. 289-314. ISSN 1745-2007

Kagan, Paula Brumer Franceschini (2024) Occupant behaviour modelling for building performance simulation of naturally ventilated school classrooms. PhD thesis, Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Brazil.

Katoch, V and Mohan, S (2019) Design and fabrication of a safety frame for workers carrying out head lifting at construction sites. Journal of Engineering, Design and Technology, 17(6), pp. 1250-1265. ISSN 1726-0531

Khalil, N (2016) Incorporating risk mitigation into building performance rating tools (BPRTS) for Malaysia’s higher education building. PhD thesis, University of Malaya, Malaysia.

Koranteng, C; Simons, B and Manu, F W (2021) A thermal performance study of four communities in Ghana's savannah region. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 28(10), pp. 3261-3281. ISSN 0969-9988

Leaman, A and Bordass, B (2001) Assessing building performance in use 4: The probe occupant surveys and their implications. Building Research & Information, 29(2), pp. 129-143. ISSN 0961-3218

Lindelöf, D and Morel, N (2008) Bayesian estimation of visual discomfort. Building Research & Information, 36(1), pp. 83-96. ISSN 0961-3218

Lomas, K J and Kane, T (2013) Summertime temperatures and thermal comfort in UK homes. Building Research & Information, 41(3), pp. 259-280. ISSN 0961-3218

Mehrvarz, Nassim (2025) Optimising sustainability in building design from a life cycle perspective. PhD thesis, University of New South Wales, Australia.

Meinke, A; Hawighorst, M; Wagner, A; Trojan, J and Schweiker, M (2017) Comfort-related feedforward information: Occupants' choice of cooling strategy and perceived comfort. Building Research & Information, 45(1-2), pp. 222-238. ISSN 0961-3218

Mohd Latif, H; Essah, E A and Donyavi, S (2024) Creating a link between healthy homes and architectural elements: a qualitative study of modern residential buildings. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 42(4), pp. 637-652. ISSN 23984708

Muhammed, A; Folorunso, C O and Fadairo, G (2024) Assessment of sandcrete hollow blocks' thermal performance as a walling material for tropical buildings in Lokoja, Nigeria. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 42(4), pp. 653-671. ISSN 23984708

Nicol, J F; Hacker, J; Spires, B and Davies, H (2009) Suggestion for new approach to overheating diagnostics. Building Research & Information, 37(4), pp. 348-357. ISSN 0961-3218

Niza, I L; da Luz, I M; de Souza, M P and Broday, E E (2025) Hierarchical and two-step clustering to assess symptoms of sick building syndrome in office spaces in an educational building. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 21(4), pp. 603-620. ISSN 1745-2007

Ogunseiju, O; Olayiwola, J; Akanmu, A and Olatunji, O A (2022) Evaluation of postural-assist exoskeleton for manual material handling. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 29(3), pp. 1358-1375. ISSN 0969-9988

Okunola, A; Akanmu, A A and Yusuf, A O (2025) Comparison of active and passive back-support exoskeletons for construction work: Range of motion, discomfort, usability, exertion and cognitive load assessments. Smart and Sustainable Built Environment, 14(3), pp. 582-598. ISSN 2046-6099

Ouedraogo, A L S N; Messan, A; Yamegueu, D and Coulibaly, Y (2022) A model for thermal comfort assessment of naturally ventilated housing in the hot and dry tropical climate. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 40(2), pp. 183-201. ISSN 23984708

Parkinson, T and de Dear, R (2016) Thermal pleasure in built environments: Spatial alliesthesia from contact heating. Building Research & Information, 44(3), pp. 248-262. ISSN 0961-3218

Parkinson, T and de Dear, R (2017) Thermal pleasure in built environments: Spatial alliesthesia from air movement. Building Research & Information, 45(3), pp. 320-335. ISSN 0961-3218

Porto Valente, C; Morris, A and Wilkinson, S J (2022) Energy poverty, housing and health: The lived experience of older low-income australians. Building Research & Information, 50(1-2), pp. 6-18. ISSN 0961-3218

Raji, B (2018) Sustainable high-rises: Design strategies for energy-efficient and comfortable tall office buildings in various climates. PhD thesis, Delft University of Technology, Netherlands.

Ramalingam Rethnam, O. and Thomas, A. (2026) A physics-informed deep learning-based urban building thermal comfort modeling and prediction framework for identifying thermally vulnerable building stock. Smart and Sustainable Built Environment, 15(2), pp. 622-648. ISSN 2046-6099

Rana Abdollahi, R; Bagherzadeh, F; Schnabel, M A and Bakshi, N (2024) A design methodology to consider occupants' spatial adjustment and manage view content in adaptive façade design for improving visual comfort. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 20(1), pp. 168-190. ISSN 1745-2007

Riza, R (2014) Integration of wind catchers in modern residential buildings in the uae as a means of providing thermal comfort. PhD thesis, British University in Dubai, UAE.

Rodger, D; Callaghan, N and Thomson, C (2018) Are retrofitted social houses sufficiently reflecting the holistic health and wellbeing requirements of older people? In: Gorse, C and Neilson, C J (eds.) Proceedings of 34th Annual ARCOM Conference, 3-5 September 2018, Queen’s University, Belfast, UK.

Rodrigues, L; Tubelo, R; Vega Pasos, A; Gonçalves, J C S; Wood, C and Gillott, M (2021) Quantifying airtightness in Brazilian residential buildings with focus on its contribution to thermal comfort. Building Research & Information, 49(6), pp. 639-660. ISSN 0961-3218

Roskams, M J and Haynes, B P (2021) Testing the relationship between objective indoor environment quality and subjective experiences of comfort. Building Research & Information, 49(4), pp. 387-398. ISSN 0961-3218

Shimoda, Y (2003) Adaptation measures for climate change and the urban heat island in japan's built environment. Building Research & Information, 31(3-4), pp. 222-230. ISSN 0961-3218

Silvestri, A; Paraciani, N and Villani, T (2021) Performance evaluation of textile materials for lightweight envelopes in minor sports facilities and their impact on indoor comfort. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 17(3-4), pp. 347-359. ISSN 1745-2007

Singh Rajput, T and Thomas, A (2023) Optimizing passive design strategies for energy efficient buildings using hybrid artificial neural network (ann) and multi-objective evolutionary algorithm through a case study approach. International Journal of Construction Management, 23(13), pp. 2320-2332. ISSN 1562-3599

Sorooshnia, E; Rashidi, M; Rahnamayiezekavat, P; Rezaei, F and Samali, B (2023) Optimum external shading system for counterbalancing glare probability and daylight illuminance in sydney's residential buildings. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 30(1), pp. 296-320. ISSN 0969-9988

Stino, R M (1999) Effect of spatial variables on bricklaying productivity and ergonomics. PhD thesis, University of Michigan, USA.

Sudprasert, S (2021) Utilization of an evaporative air cooler to achieve thermal comfort in Thailand. Building Research & Information, 49(3), pp. 325-335. ISSN 0961-3218

Thomas, L; Woods, A; Powles, R; Kalali, P and Wilkinson, S (2022) Residential geothermal air-conditioning: Inhabitants' comfort, behaviour and energy use. Buildings & Cities, 3(1), pp. 226-249. ISSN 2632-6655

Umer, W; Li, H; Szeto, G P Y and Wong, A Y L (2017) Low-cost ergonomic intervention for mitigating physical and subjective discomfort during manual rebar tying. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 143(10): 04017075, ISSN 0733-9364

Umer, W; Li, H; Szeto, G P Y and Wong, A Y L (2018) Proactive safety measures: Quantifying the upright standing stability after sustained rebar tying postures. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 144(4): 04018010, ISSN 0733-9364

Valitabar, M; GhaffarianHoseini, A; GhaffarianHoseini, A and Attia, S (2022) Advanced control strategy to maximize view and control discomforting glare: A complex adaptive façade. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 18(6), pp. 829-849. ISSN 1745-2007

Vellei, M; Ramallo-González, A P; Coley, D; Lee, J; Gabe-Thomas, E; Lovett, T and Natarajan, S (2017) Overheating in vulnerable and non-vulnerable households. Building Research & Information, 45(1-2), pp. 102-118. ISSN 0961-3218

Verhaart, J; Veselý, M and Zeiler, W (2015) Personal heating: Effectiveness and energy use. Building Research & Information, 43(3), pp. 346-354. ISSN 0961-3218

Wang, J; Li, H; Han, S; Wang, G and Ren, W (2025) Contactless vital-sign monitoring of construction machinery operators using millimeter-wave technology. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 151(1): 04024182, ISSN 0733-9364

Willems, S; Saelens, D and Heylighen, A (2024) How to investigate differences in indoor environmental comfort and adaptation? Mixed methods research with patients. Building Research & Information, 52(8), pp. 851-869. ISSN 0961-3218

Williams, P (1999) The successful management of air conditioned environments for the construction industry. In: Hughes, W (ed.) Proceedings of 15th Annual ARCOM Conference, 15-17 September 1999, Liverpool, UK.

Zhang, M and Fang, D (2013) A cognitive analysis of why Chinese scaffolders do not use safety harnesses in construction. Construction Management and Economics, 31(3), pp. 207-222. ISSN 1466433X

Zhang, Y; Zhang, M; Gao, F and Li, J (2025) Inverse problem method application in building physics numerical optimization: New insight into ideal envelope properties determination. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 21(2), pp. 252-267. ISSN 1745-2007

van Marken Lichtenbelt, W; Hanssen, M; Pallubinsky, H; Kingma, B and Schellen, L (2017) Healthy excursions outside the thermal comfort zone. Building Research & Information, 45(7), pp. 819-827. ISSN 0961-3218