This book provides an overview of the circular economy in the built
environment, presenting a fusion of insights from esteemed researchers
and seasoned practitioners. The chapters cover pivotal themes,
including the transformative concept of buildings as material banks,
innovative design approaches, and the potential of digitalization for
a circular built environment. Beyond these foundational themes, the
book critically addresses the integration of low-tech solutions and
some principles of sobriety in the built environment. It also takes an
informed look at the role of standardization, providing nuanced
insights into its driving influence on circular practices and the
associated challenges and opportunities. The book adopts a
trans-scalar perspective by traversing the entire spectrum of building
phases from initial programming to the recovery phase, as well as from
the scale of materials to the scale of buildings, offering a profound
examination of the intricate dynamics involved in the offer/demand for
recovered materials. This book highlights the paramount need to
harmonize research with practical applications. By spotlighting
effective circular practices and elucidating the challenges faced by
practitioners, it identifies fertile grounds for further research.
Moreover, the book extends its reach by offering practical ideas on
how practitioners can seamlessly adopt a circular approach in both
thought and realization. Circular Economy for the Built Environment:
Research and Practice is a must-read book for students, researchers,
academics, and practitioners in the fields of architecture, planning,
engineering, construction, and real estate. This book provides a
compelling narrative that bridges the theoretical and practical realms
of the circular economy in the built environment.
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Research and Practice
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ISBN
9781040028070
Publisert
2024
Utgave
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Utgiver
Taylor & Francis
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
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