Empowering Architects For Sustainable High-Rise Development

A Parametric Approach For Sustainable Timber High-Rise Design

Master thesis (2024)

Authors

R.S. Pot Architecture and the Built Environment

Contributors

S.H. Verkuijlen Architectural Technology - Architecture and the Built Environment (mentor)
D.S. Swank Teachers of Practice / AE+T - Architecture and the Built Environment (mentor)
G. Koskamp Architectural Technology - Architecture and the Built Environment (mentor)
Rachel Lee History, Form & Aesthetics - Architecture and the Built Environment (graduation committee member)
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Architecture and the Built Environment
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Published Date

27-06-2024

Language

English

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Faculty

Architecture and the Built Environment

Abstract

The paper establishes the need for a parametric design tool in contemporary tall timber construction, combining literature studies, expert interviews, and case study analyses. Findings reveal seven key challenges, including economic feasibility and fire safety, and explore techniques from recent tall timber developments. The conclusion highlights the potential of tall timber in reducing carbon footprint, balancing costs and sustainability, and introduces a parametric design tool serving as a decision-support system for architects, promoting the transition to timber as the main construction material in high-rise structures.

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