Proper and efficient renovation requires understanding the behavior of existing buildings
and of different building materials. Analyzing hygrothermal measurements in two case …

This study uses dynamic hygrothermal simulations to assess the risk of failure of both timber-
framed and mass-timber emerging external wall assemblies across Australian major cities …

Construction and demolition waste has been used for production of recycled aggregate
concrete (RAC) with high replacement ratio (50%) of natural coarse aggregate. Upscaling …

Cross-laminated timber (CLT) is a type of mass timber panel used in floor, wall, and roof
assemblies. An important consideration in design and construction of timber buildings is …

The brick–timber structure plays a crucial role in creating a comfort indoor thermal
environment for low-energy vernacular dwellings. Herein, the thermal environment of the …

In recent years, lightweight steel-framed (LSF) constructions are considered sustainable and
widely used worldwide. However, the LSF wall assemblies have the risk of durability failure …

The extreme climate and limited nature of local resources in the arctic create serious
challenges for the many Inuit communities. Homelessness and housing shortages are still …

Rapid and comprehensive transitions in the building construction industry are required to
mitigate the effects of climate change, including utilising sustainable building materials, and …

The movement of heat, air, and moisture through the buildings are related to the energy
consumption for heating and cooling in order to achieve the satisfaction of the building …

The building industry is a major contributor of CO 2 emission. Wood construction is a good
option for carbon storage among various construction alternatives. Considering the growing …