Downsizing and the use of timber as embodied carbon reduction strategies for new-build housing: A partial life cycle assessment

The 2050 decarbonization goals coupled with the growing housing shortage in Europe intensify the pressure on new-build dwellings to enhance their energy performance. Beyond a zero operational energy, the focus has shifted towards reducing embodied carbon (EC). Against this backdrop, this study investigates the simultaneous impact of downsizing...

CLT based opportunities for a resilient housing sector in Zuid-Holland: a scenario analysis of a CLT industry in Zuid-Holland

This research focused on the role of cross-laminated timber (CLT) in the transition to a circular and bio-based housing sector in the province of Zuid-Holland (PZH). A scenario-model framework was used to assess the socio-economic and environmental impacts on the construction sector, as a result of CLT construction in general and as a result of...

Design for Change: An adaptable housing complex which deals with the impermanence of architecture

The Individual household will represent almost 75% of the household increase in the Netherlands in the coming years. This lead to an increase in the sense of isolation among citizens of all ages. Therefore, there is the urge of housing, specifically designed for this target group, which avoid isolation and foster social interaction. Additionally...

The Harvested Home: A biobased building approach

The Harvested Home is a housing concept that completely eliminates non-renewable materials form its structure and envelope. It was developed specifically for the touristic island of Texel in Noord-Holland to be used in the re-development of one specific camping area near De Koog. More specifically, the site chosen is located within the Dunes of...