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Al Shawa, B (2021) Achieving the climate change targets for the global buildings sector: a techno-socioeconomic pathway, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Bath.
Azzouz, A (2018) Current perspectives and future directions of BIM assessment methods, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering, University of Bath.
Bourdakis, V (1994) Performance appraisal of sportshall and swimming pool buildings in Greece, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Bath.
- Type: Thesis
- Keywords: conservation; decision making; earthquake; energy conservation; foundations; performance; reinforced concrete; specifications; timber; professional; effectiveness; case study; quantification; Greece
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- URL: https://researchportal.bath.ac.uk/en/studentthesis/performance-appraisal-of-sportshall-and-swimming-pool-buildings-in-greece(6c1ee409-4cdf-4030-98a7-0f16f010056b).html
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The selection of the best performing constructional system - among a diverse selection of alternatives - for long spanning (25-60m) sportshalls and swimming pools in Greece initiated this research. Decision making, concerning selection of the constructional system, is difficult in this sector of construction as was explained in the '’Long spanning Structures" conference (Nov. 1990, Athens, Greece). Among the reasons is the availability and cost of locally produced concrete and reinforcing bars in contrast to imported steel and timber, the availability of structural codes and the frequency and strength of earthquakes. The research objectives set were to develop a model to appraise the performance of sportshalls and swimming pool buildings and to evaluate the performance of such buildings. Following discussions with Greek building professionals, the research hypothesis was formulated as: "The General Secretary of Sports (GSS) evaluation system is effective for the appraisal of 25 to 60 metres long spanning sportshalls and swimming pools in Greece". From literature, it has been found that most building appraisals end up at the level of data analysis and draw conclusions on the individual aspects they investigate. These approaches usually focus on a fraction of the problem, examining it very deeply and theoretically. Their drawback is loss of comprehensiveness and ability to draw conclusions on an overall level and, consequently, being applicable to the existing conditions. Research on an inclusive level is sparse. In this research, an inclusive appraisal approach is adopted, leading to the identification of three main variables, resources, user-human satisfaction and technical; consequently to a combination of quantitative and qualitative data. A model of quantification is developed which is of vital importance if the problem of incompatibility of data is to be solved, overall relation of findings is to be achieved and holistic conclusions are to be drawn. This model facilitated the construction of an overall index of performance by measuring the performance of each building as a whole through its components' performances and comparison to the others in the sample. Case studies are conducted on a sample of ten existing buildings in order to assess the effectiveness of the evaluation system used by the GSS through the performance of the various alternative constructional systems implemented. The conclusions drawn do not support the initial hypothesis, demonstrating the limitations of the GSS evaluation methodology. Problematic natural lighting specifications, lack of passive energy systems specifications, low priority (relative importance) of the roofs waterproofing and heating systems design, justify the need for revised GSS briefs and fine tuning the GSS model of evaluation. All three constructional systems (based on timber glue laminated, steel trusses and tents) have similar performance and, therefore, are appropriate in Greece. However, the particularities of their implementation (such as cladding, lighting, heating, energy conservation, colours etc.) are key issues in constructing well performing buildings. The applicability of reinforced concrete framed structures is questioned, and prestressed reinforced concrete use is not justified due to the high capital costs and technology involved (except for the foundations and vertical loadbearing structure were it performs well in both technical and economic terms).
Cusack, M M (1981) Time cost models: their use in decision making in the construction industry, with particular reference to the use of the microcomputer, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering, University of Bath.
Du, Q (2009) Integrated decision-making in the cladding supply chain, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering, University of Bath.
Dulaimi, M F (1991) Job behaviour of site managers: Its determinants and assessment, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Bath.
Gale, A W (1994) Women in construction: An investigation into some of the aspects of image and knowledge as determinants of the under representation of women in construction management in the British construction industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Bath.
Grist, E (2014) The implementation of innovative and sustainable construction materials, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering, University of Bath.
Hampshire, P (2015) The development of an approach and decision support tool to inform sustainable roof selection, Unpublished PhD Thesis, School of Management, University of Bath.
Huang, X (2012) Estimating the cost of engineering services using parametrics and the bathtub failure model, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Bath.
Hudson, R (2010) Strategies for parametric design in architecture: an application of practice-led research, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering, University of Bath.
Jirojanakul, P (2000) The quality of life of construction workers' children in Bangkok Metropolis, Thailand, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Bath.
Jobe, K (2017) A flexible housing approach for self-help housing in Botswana, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering, University of Bath.
Joyce, S (2016) Performance driven design systems in practice, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Bath.
Kunieda, Y (2017) Development of an impact assessment tool for demolition, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering, University of Bath.
Macchiarulo, V (2022) Integration of satellite radar interferometry and civil engineering procedures to assess building and infrastructure conditions, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Bath.
Meese, N (2012) Knowledge sharing for sustainable development: a mixed-method study of an international civil engineering consultancy, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Bath.
Mitchell, R (2020) The performance gap in new construction: evaluation of UK Passivhaus dwellings, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering, University of Bath.
Mustapha, F H (1990) Who are the effective construction site managers and what skills do they bring to their work?, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Bath.
Nisbet, P (1995) Dualism, flexibility and self-employment in the UK construction industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Bath.
Orr, J (2012) Flexible formwork for concrete structures, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Bath.
Osaily, Y (2021) Guidance for advancing demolition project management in the UK, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Bath.
Powell, R (2012) Evaluating cognitive screening as a possible solution to reducing accidents and improving workplace productivity through early preventive detection of fatigue-impairment in the construction industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering, University of Bath.
Root, D S (2001) The influence of professional and occupational cultures on project relationships mediated through standard forms and conditions of contract, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Bath.
Smith, S (2003) Life cycle assessment of civil engineering projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Bath.
Voyatzaki, M G (1996) An insight into the design process of unconventional structures, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Bath.
Watson, N (2016) Developing material selection strategies to improve the embodied impacts of buildings, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Bath.
Yin, X (2018) Development of straw bale building in northern China, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , University of Bath.
Zhang, X (2019) Integrating lean construction, BIM and quality: a new paradigm for the improvement of Chinese construction quality, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Architecture & Civil Engineering, University of Bath.