Design Out Waste Framework for Achieving Sustainability in Public Housing Projects in Egypt

Othman, Ayman Ahmed Ezzat; Elsawaf, Laila

doi:10.37394/232015.2021.17.22

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“…However, the design phase is responsible for a significant amount of waste (Osmani, 2006). The failure of architects to implement waste reduction measures or strategies during the design process is estimated to account for 33% of on-site waste (Othman and Elsawaf, 2021; Innes, 2004). According to Keys et al (2000), the process of CW production through design is complex because buildings contain a diverse range of materials and products, and various project stakeholders contribute directly or indirectly to waste generation.…”

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“…Furthermore, decisions made during this process have an impact on the project's performance and waste generated throughout its life cycle (Othman, et al , 2004). There is a consensus in the literature that a substantial amount of construction waste (CW) originates as a result of improper decisions made during the design process or due to the lack of guidelines and regulations that avoid waste generation (Othman and Elsawaf, 2021; Osmani et al , 2008; Othman, et al , 2004; Chandrakanthi et al , 2002; Ekanayake and Ofori, 2000; Faniran and Caban, 1998; Bossink and Brouwers, 1996). As the rate of construction in Egypt is set to increase, there is a pressing need to reduce waste at all stages of construction by considering the long-term impacts of design, build and waste management.…”

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Early supplier involvement framework for reducing construction waste during the design process

Othman

El-Saeidy

2022

JEDT

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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to develop a framework to facilitate early supplier involvement (ESI) as an approach for reducing construction waste (CW) generated during the design process. Design/methodology/approach A research methodology consists of literature review, case studies and survey questionnaire was designed to achieve the abovementioned aim. First, the literature review was used to investigate CW, CW generated during the design process, the design process and ESI. Second, two construction projects were analysed to investigate the role of ESI towards reducing CW generated during the design waste. Third, a survey questionnaire was carried out with a representative sample of architectural design firms (ADFs) in Egypt to examine their perception and application of ESI towards reducing CW generated during the design process. Based on the results of the above, the research developed a framework to facilitate ESI during the design process to reduce CW. Findings Through literature review, the research highlighted the causes of CW generated during the design process and identified the benefits and challenges that encounter ESI in ADFs. Results of data analysis showed that “last-minute changes due to client requirements” was ranked the highest challenges of ESI in ADFs in Egypt followed by “lack of design experience”. Moreover, “providing technical information about materials and equipment and their capabilities” was ranked by respondents as the highest contributions of suppliers during the design process which leads to waste reduction followed by “better estimation of materials and costs”. Finally, respondents stated that “resistance of ADFs to include suppliers in the design phase” was ranked the highest challenge of ESI in the design process followed by “no clear guidelines or policies that organise ESI”. Research limitations/implications Because of the conceptual nature of the proposed framework, it has to be tested and validated to ensure its capability to overcome the challenges of ESI as an approach for reducing CW generated during the design process. Practical implications This research presents a practical solution to the problem of CW generated during the design process through ESI. Originality/value The research discussed the causes of CW originated from the design process and the benefits and challenges of ESI in ADFs. It investigated the perception and application of ESI in ADFs in Egypt. The proposed framework which was designed to facilitate the integration of suppliers in the early stages of the project life cycle represents a synthesis that is novel and creative in thought and adds value to the knowledge in a manner that has not previously occurred.

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Early supplier involvement framework for reducing construction waste during the design process

Othman

El-Saeidy

2022

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“…In El-Obour city, the design and orientation of open spaces in the residential area enclosed to the building to ensure safety and be more accessible to city dwellers. But in the industrial zone, it is open for getting more air movement [26].…”

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“…These services require effective planning for open spaces according to the function of the space [24]. The city has a good variety of open spaces, which helps in the diversity of social activities and allows all users and residents to work out social practices and activities [26]. One of those positive points is the effective use of buffer zone by making sports and recreational activities such as a sports area (gymnasium) and commercial activities like open markets as well as providing sports areas in neighboring gardens, which enhance the mental and social health of the city.…”

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The Functional Principles for the Open Space Development in the Industrial Zone (Case Study El-Obour Industrial City)

Basheer,

Yehia,

Abdel Aziz

2024

Journal of Al-Azhar University Engineering Sector

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This study explores the principles of planning for open spaces in Egyptian industrial cities; these spaces create the identity that gives them special patterns, forms, features, and characteristics. The current situation in those industrial cities is a critical and accumulated dilemma, as there is no more sense or special design for our industrial cities' spaces. All the attention is being paid to the buildings themselves, with little concern for their spaces. So, this research attempts to look forward to specific principles for open spaces planning in the industrial city that will meet the needs of users and city dwellers. The study analyzed a master plan of international experience and observed the cases to identify the most important principles and criteria used for planning and designing open spaces. The focus on industrial cities and the practical implications of the study are also important, as they highlight the necessity to develop open space design, planning, and management in order to set of planning principles that include consideration of the function, Social, environmental, and Aesthetic aspects.

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“…Moreover, the government has planned to develop an Airport City, environmentally friendly power projects, 3 new power stations, 10 new solar stations, national housing projects and the Suez Canal corridor project in several governorates with an investment of US$ 70 billion. These projects were designed and constructed with national and international ADFs and construction firms (Othman and Elsawaf, 2021 (Martin, 2014). Diversity is about getting to know one another and going beyond basic empathy to accept and celebrate the many facets of diversity that each individual possesses.…”

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A cultural diversity management framework for enhancing the performance of architectural design firms in Egypt

Othman

Fouda

2022

ARCH

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PurposeThis paper aims to develop a cultural diversity management (CDM) framework to enhance the performance of architecture design firms (ADFs) in Egypt.Design/methodology/approachA research methodology consisting of literature review, case studies and survey questionnaire was designed to achieve the abovementioned aim. First, literature review was used to investigate the concepts of globalization, international construction, diversity, diversity management (DM) and organizational performance. Second, four case studies were presented and analyzed. The first two cases explored the role of CDM towards enhancing the performance of ADFs, while the last two cases showed initiatives carried out by NGOs to integrate architects of color into their communities through training programs that enhanced their skills and uplifted their societies. Third, a survey questionnaire was carried out with a representative sample of ADFs in Egypt to investigate their perception and application of DM towards enhancing organizational performance. Based on the results of the above, the research developed a framework to enhance the performance of ADFs through managing culturally diverse workforces.FindingsLiterature review showed that diversity is not limited to race and gender; however, it includes other types such as disability, socioeconomic status, thinking style, culture, personality, life experience, religious and spiritual beliefs. Despite the benefits that diversity brings to ADFs such as stimulating creativity and increasing productivity, poor management of diverse workforce leads to dysfunctional conflicts, frustration and confusion. Results of case studies showed that ADFs that adopt a CDM approach succeeded in enhancing their performance. In addition, training initiatives carried out by NGOs succeeded to integrate architects of color into their communities and uplifting their societies. Results of data analysis identified the barriers to integrating diverse workforce in ADFs. These barriers include “Poor communication and spirit of collaboration between diverse workforce”, “Resistance to change”, “Lack of maintaining wage equity and promotion between different workforces based on gender”, “Poor organization culture” and “Lack of Senior Management involvement”. This necessitated taking action towards developing a framework to overcome these barriers to manage diverse workforces towards enhancing the performance of ADFs in Egypt.Research limitations/implicationsBecause of the conceptual nature of the proposed framework, it has to be tested and validated to ensure its capability to overcome the barriers of managing culturally diverse workforces as an approach for enhancing the performance of ADFs in Egypt.Practical implicationsThis research presents a practical solution to enhance the performance of ADFs in Egypt through managing cultural workforce diversity.Originality/valueThe research identified and analyzed the barriers that obstruct the integration of diverse workforces in ADFs. The research tackled a topic that received scant attention in construction literature with particular emphasis on Egypt. In addition, this paper proposed a CDM framework to enhance the performance of ADFs in Egypt, which represents a synthesis that is novel and creative in thought and adds value to the body of knowledge.

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Design Out Waste Framework for Achieving Sustainability in Public Housing Projects in Egypt

Cited by 8 publications

References 12 publications

Early supplier involvement framework for reducing construction waste during the design process

Early supplier involvement framework for reducing construction waste during the design process

The Functional Principles for the Open Space Development in the Industrial Zone (Case Study El-Obour Industrial City)

A cultural diversity management framework for enhancing the performance of architectural design firms in Egypt

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