Article
Construction & Building Technology
Joao Luis Parracha, Jose Lima, Maria Teresa Freire, Micael Ferreira, Paulina Faria
Summary: The study of earthen buildings in the Leiria region of Portugal revealed the challenges of demolition, lack of maintenance, and advanced deterioration faced by these ancient structures. To preserve the local architectural heritage and associated technological knowledge, it is crucial to have a deep understanding of the construction technologies involved.
JOURNAL OF BUILDING ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Shihao Li, Meilin Wang, Pengyuan Shen, Xue Cui, Linqian Bu, Ruji Wei, Longzhu Zhang, Chengjia Wu
Summary: This research examines the retrofitting of traditional rammed earth houses in the Lingnan region of south China, analyzing the suitability of different technologies. By considering the current state of the buildings, five retrofitting measures are proposed to optimize energy consumption and indoor thermal comfort. The results show that the proposed strategy holds significant energy-saving potential for the residential sectors in the region.
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Mohamed Gomaa, Wassim Jabi, Veronica Soebarto, Y. I. Min Xie
Summary: In recent years, digital manufacturing techniques have been rapidly adopted in the architecture and construction industry, particularly additive manufacturing and 3D concrete printing. This paper reviews and analyzes the latest research on digital earth construction, focusing on the potential and challenges of adopting this new construction method on an industrial scale. The insights from this study will bridge the knowledge gaps among different research threads and provide critical information for future utilization of digital techniques in earth construction.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2022)
Article
Architecture
Joao Luis Parracha, Jose Lima, Maria Teresa Freire, Micael Ferreira, Paulina Faria
Summary: In Portugal, a large number of vernacular earthen buildings are in a state of degradation, requiring efficient interventions for conservation. By studying the properties of the materials used and implementing compatible surface protection, future interventions to preserve these heritage buildings in Leiria can be supported.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ARCHITECTURAL HERITAGE
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ahmed Alkhoudiri, Isidro Navarro, Josep Maria Fort, Shayma Alumran
Summary: The typological transformation of single-family houses in Riyadh has impacted the outdoor experiences of inhabitants. Studies have criticized the detached setback typology for its lack of privacy, poor usability of outdoor spaces, and increased thermal stress. However, this research emphasizes the importance of maintaining thermally comfortable outdoor spaces and recognizing families' privacy. The findings indicate that multiple yards typology has lower outdoor temperatures compared to the setback typology during different times of the day, supporting the argument for revising setback regulations to improve thermal comfort and quality of life for inhabitants.
Article
Engineering, Civil
Raul Rincon, Juan C. Reyes, Julian Carrillo, Alejandra Clavijo-Tocasuchyl
Summary: In this paper, the fragility of earthen vertical wall segments in Latin American colonial buildings is investigated. Drift-based fragility functions are constructed for in-plane and out-of-plane forces, and different damage states are proposed. The study finds that compressive strength is a key parameter for in-plane demands, while slenderness and boundary conditions have a slight influence on out-of-plane demands.
EARTHQUAKE ENGINEERING & STRUCTURAL DYNAMICS
(2022)
Review
Construction & Building Technology
David Thompson, Charles Augarde, Juan Pablo Osorio
Summary: This paper aims to provide a summary of the current guidelines worldwide, specifically focusing on rammed earth construction with seismic provisions, and propose a unified set of guidelines demonstrated through a case study design.
JOURNAL OF BUILDING ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Carene Umubyeyi, Karissa Wenger, Joseph Dahmen, John Ochsendorf
Summary: This paper describes a 16-year study on the weathering behavior and durability of unstabilized rammed earth walls in the temperate climate of the Northeastern United States. The research found that erosion levels were dependent on the level of environmental exposure, with higher exposure resulting in higher erosion rates. The estimated lifespan of an unprotected rammed earth wall in temperate climate is between 37 and 75 years.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Architecture
Pennacchio Roberto, F. De Filippi, M. Bosetti, T. Aoki, P. Wangmo
Summary: This article investigates the role of rammed earth architecture in seismic failure mechanisms and validates the outcomes through related studies conducted by the Bhutanese government.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ARCHITECTURAL HERITAGE
(2022)
Review
Biology
Jean-Claude Morel, Rabia Charef, Erwan Hamard, Antonin Fabbri, Chris Beckett, Quoc-Bao Bui
Summary: The article discusses the necessity of transitioning towards a more circular economy by using alternative low-carbon construction materials, technologies, and practices, as well as exploring the potential of earth for sustainable construction. Additionally, it analyzes the obstacles facing the development of earthen architecture based on a survey of current earth building practitioners in Western Europe.
PHILOSOPHICAL TRANSACTIONS OF THE ROYAL SOCIETY B-BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2021)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Vittoria Strazzeri, Ali Karrech
Summary: The study investigates the impact of adding natural fibers to cement stabilized crushed limestone RE on thermal properties and assesses the building's energy performance using experimental and simulation methods. The results show that Spinifex fibers positively affect the material's thermal properties and reveal significant differences in evaluating discomfort hours when climate-specific models are applied compared to international standards.
ENERGY AND BUILDINGS
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Atefeh Tamaskani Esfehankalateh, Mohammad Farrokhzad, Faezeh Tamaskani Esfehankalateh, Farzaneh Soflaei
Summary: Providing indoor thermal comfort is essential in architecture and traditional buildings worldwide demonstrate climate-responsive design methods. This research evaluates the integration of traditional buildings with bioclimatic strategies in a cold climate, focusing on fourteen old houses in Tabriz, Iran. The study proposes twelve bioclimatic design strategies based on analyzing local climate data sets and concludes that these strategies can be applied to all traditional cases in cold climates with similar environmental conditions.
ENVIRONMENT DEVELOPMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY
(2022)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Antoine Pele-Peltier, Antonin Fabbri, Jean-Claude Morel, Erwan Hamard, Maxime Lhenry
Summary: This paper examines the characteristics of rammed earth as a construction material and how to manufacture scaled-down samples that are representative of the actual soil. Through experimental testing, it is proven that the compressive strength of the scaled-down samples designed using the similitude relation is similar to that of full-scale samples, without compromising the representativeness of the results. This is helpful in reducing project costs.
CASE STUDIES IN CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Xiuhong Lin, Yilin Wu
Summary: This paper analyzes the architectural spatial characteristics of Fujian Tubao from an ethical perspective. The study finds that the defensive dwelling follows traditional Chinese ethical concepts while also incorporating practical defense space into its traditional layout pattern.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Rabia Ahmed Qureshi, Sarah Javed Shah, Munazzah Akhtar, Waseem Abbass, Abdullah Mohamed
Summary: This article discusses the frequent power outages in Pakistan due to the ongoing energy crisis and the relationship between architecture and the environment. By studying the advantages of traditional architecture, it advocates for creating sustainable designs that are more suitable for contemporary needs.
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Massimo Palme, Luis Inostroza, Agnese Salvati
BUILDING RESEARCH AND INFORMATION
(2018)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
A. Salvati, M. Palme, G. Chiesa, M. Kolokotroni
JOURNAL OF BUILDING PERFORMANCE SIMULATION
(2020)
Editorial Material
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Massimo Palme, Agnese Salvati
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Massimo Palme, Riccardo Privitera, Daniele La Rosa
ENERGY AND BUILDINGS
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jaqueline Litardo, Massimo Palme, Ruben Hidalgo-Leon, Fernando Amoroso, Guillermo Soriano
Summary: Through building simulations and energy generation data, the study found that in the tropical climate of Guayaquil, incorporating daylighting controls can achieve a 20% reduction in total building energy consumption, followed by a combination of triple low-e coating glazing and active measures for 35% and 43% savings in total building energy consumption and cooling loads.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Alizadeh Shahin Zenouzi, Komali Yenneti, Raziyeh Teimouri, Fatemeh Abbasiyan, Massimo Palme
Summary: This study examines the reduction of vegetation cover and changes in the Tehran Metropolis, Iran, and identifies the significant factors influencing these changes. The results show a significant decrease in vegetation density attributed to the expansion of construction lands and increased population density, while the growth of industrial units in urban areas has no significant relationship with vegetation cover.
Article
Architecture
Massimo Palme
TECHNE-JOURNAL OF TECHNOLOGY FOR ARCHITECTURE AND ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Proceedings Paper
Construction & Building Technology
Massimo Palme, Daniele La Rosa, Riccardo Privitera, Giacomo Chiesa
PROCEEDINGS OF BUILDING SIMULATION 2019: 16TH CONFERENCE OF IBPSA
(2020)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
J. Litardo, M. Palme, M. Borbor-Cordova, R. Caiza, J. Macias, R. Hidalgo-Leon, G. Soriano
SUSTAINABLE CITIES AND SOCIETY
(2020)
Proceedings Paper
Architecture
M. Palme, C. Clemente, M. Cellurale, C. Carrasco, A. Salvati
SUSTAINABLE BUILT ENVIRONMENT D-A-CH CONFERENCE 2019 (SBE19 GRAZ)
(2019)
Article
Architecture
Giacomo Chiesa, Massimo Palme
TECHNE-JOURNAL OF TECHNOLOGY FOR ARCHITECTURE AND ENVIRONMENT
(2018)
Proceedings Paper
Architecture
Agnese Salvati, Massimo Palme, Luis Inostroza
WORLD MULTIDISCIPLINARY CIVIL ENGINEERING-ARCHITECTURE-URBAN PLANNING SYMPOSIUM - WMCAUS
(2017)
Proceedings Paper
Architecture
Massimo Palme, Claudio Carrasco, Miguel Angel Galvez, Luis Inostroza
WORLD MULTIDISCIPLINARY CIVIL ENGINEERING-ARCHITECTURE-URBAN PLANNING SYMPOSIUM - WMCAUS
(2017)
Proceedings Paper
Architecture
Luis Godoy-Vaca, Manuel Almaguer, Javier Martinez-Gomez, Andrea Lobato, Massimo Palme
WORLD MULTIDISCIPLINARY CIVIL ENGINEERING-ARCHITECTURE-URBAN PLANNING SYMPOSIUM - WMCAUS
(2017)
Proceedings Paper
Architecture
Claudia Calice, Carola Clemente, Agnese Salvati, Massimo Palme, Luis Inostroza
WORLD MULTIDISCIPLINARY CIVIL ENGINEERING-ARCHITECTURE-URBAN PLANNING SYMPOSIUM - WMCAUS
(2017)