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Utilising mass timber to unlock the potential of adaptive reuse projects for subsidised human settlements
Mini Dissertation (MArch (Prof))--University of Pretoria, 2024.
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| spelling | oai:repository.up.ac.za:2263/99977 Utilising mass timber to unlock the potential of adaptive reuse projects for subsidised human settlements Van Reenen, Coralie Mishau.Azar@gmail.com Van der Hoven, Christo Azar, Mishau UCTD Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Adaptive reuse Mass timber Sustainable human settlements Subsidised human settlements Inner-city development Mini Dissertation (MArch (Prof))--University of Pretoria, 2024. This mini-dissertation explores the transformative potential of mass timber (MT) in adaptive reuse (AR) projects to address South Africa’s housing crisis in Pretoria's Central Business District (CBD). The research examines perceptions and experiences of construction professionals—engineers, architects, quantity surveyors, and construction managers—regarding MT and AR through detailed questionnaires and interviews. By leveraging the inherent strengths of MT, such as its sustainability, strength, lightweight properties, and rapid construction capabilities, this study aims to present MT as a viable solution to overcome the challenges of AR projects. The literature review investigates the pressing need for centralised social housing, highlighting the potential of repurposing obsolete buildings in the Pretoria CBD for low-income housing as part of urban renewal strategies. The study also addresses the complexities and benefits of AR, proposing strategies to revitalise dormant structures and integrate MT to create sustainable, efficient, and socially inclusive urban environments. Key findings indicate that MT facilitates faster construction, reduces environmental impact, and allows vertical extensions of additional stories in high-density urban areas. Despite some challenges, such as the initial cost and limited awareness among industry professionals, the successful implementation of MT in AR projects can significantly contribute to meeting the demand for centralised social housing. The study concludes that strategic collaboration, financial incentives, education initiatives, and industry guidelines are essential to overcoming barriers and promoting the widespread adoption of MT in AR projects. Architecture MArch (Prof) Unrestricted Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology SDG-09: Industry, innovation and infrastructure 2024-12-12T12:07:57Z 2024-12-12T12:07:57Z 2025-04 2024-06-28 Mini Dissertation * A2025 http://hdl.handle.net/2263/99977 10.25403/UPresearchdata.27330729 en © 2023 University of Pretoria. All rights reserved. The copyright in this work vests in the University of Pretoria. No part of this work may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, without the prior written permission of the University of Pretoria. application/pdf application/pdf application/pdf University of Pretoria |
| spellingShingle | UCTD Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Adaptive reuse Mass timber Sustainable human settlements Subsidised human settlements Inner-city development Utilising mass timber to unlock the potential of adaptive reuse projects for subsidised human settlements |
| title | Utilising mass timber to unlock the potential of adaptive reuse projects for subsidised human settlements |
| title_full | Utilising mass timber to unlock the potential of adaptive reuse projects for subsidised human settlements |
| title_fullStr | Utilising mass timber to unlock the potential of adaptive reuse projects for subsidised human settlements |
| title_full_unstemmed | Utilising mass timber to unlock the potential of adaptive reuse projects for subsidised human settlements |
| title_short | Utilising mass timber to unlock the potential of adaptive reuse projects for subsidised human settlements |
| title_sort | utilising mass timber to unlock the potential of adaptive reuse projects for subsidised human settlements |
| topic | UCTD Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Adaptive reuse Mass timber Sustainable human settlements Subsidised human settlements Inner-city development |
| url | http://hdl.handle.net/2263/99977 |