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<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>= Introduction =<br /> <br /> Recycling is the process of converting a waste material, such as glass, plastic, paper or metal, into a material that can be used for the same or alternative purpose.<br /> <br /> Recycling has become an important part of community and business efforts to lower levels of material consumption, energy usage, carbon generation and landfill. It is part of the waste hierarchy – reduce, reuse, recycle. This suggests that it is most beneficial to the environment to reduce what we use in the first place. Where it is necessary to use things, we should then strive to re-use them, and only finally to recycle them if no further re-use is possible.<br /> <br /> A recycled product will rarely be exactly the same as its original composition. For example, recycled paper contains ink residue and shorter fibres than virgin paper (made from wood pulp) and so may be less desirable for some uses. This ‘inferiority’ of some recycled materials is known as down-cycling, as a result of which, over time, some materials exhaust their recyclability and are no longer usable. In some cases however, materials can be up-cycled which means they are made into something more valuable than the original product (for example, using old bottles as lamps or an old suitcase as a medicine cabinet). The most common types of recyclable materials are:<br /> <br /> === Paper ===<br /> <br /> Paper is sorted on the basis of its type, weight, use, colour and whether it has been previously recycled. Recycled paper results in significant net savings in terms of water and energy used, as well as the emission of pollutants.<br /> <br /> === Glass ===<br /> <br /> The easy recyclability of glass means that there is almost no down-cycling and significant energy and cost savings over making new glass.<br /> <br /> === Steel ===<br /> <br /> Steel is relatively easy to recycle. Once sorted, scrap steel is melted down and re-refined into large sheets or coils which are then shipped to manufacturers.<br /> <br /> === Plastic ===<br /> <br /> As the production costs of plastics are generally low, and due to its non-biodegradability, recycled plastic is usually reprocessed into a completely different form from their original state.<br /> <br /> === Aluminium cans ===<br /> <br /> When these are recycled they can save up to 95% of the energy required to make new cans.<br /> <br /> === Electronics ===<br /> <br /> This is less common due to the labour-intensive methods required to separate the different components, and extract the often toxic materials included such as mercury, lead and chemical refrigerants.<br /> <br /> === Other ===<br /> <br /> Organic waste can be composted and turned into fertilizer. Rubber tyres can also be shredded and reused.<br /> <br /> = History of recycling =<br /> <br /> Although recycling as a widespread concept has arisen only relatively recently with the new sense of environmental conscientiousness, it has been present in various forms for thousands of years. Recycling was a practical necessity prior to the Industrial age due to the fact that goods were not readily available at such cheap prices.<br /> <br /> The Industrial Age fostered a new era of mass production which gave rise to a culture of disposability since goods could be produced and purchased cheaply, making more economic sense to throw them away rather than recycle them.<br /> <br /> With the economic depressions of the 1930s and 40s, citizens of developed nations began to rely on recycling techniques as new goods were suddenly unaffordable. During the two world wars, many materials were rationed and recycled. In the post-war boom however, recycling slipped from widespread public consciousness, until the expansion of the environmental movement of the 1960s and 70s when recycling became a mainstream idea once again. During the late-20th century and early 21st century, as the threats of climate change have become more apparent, recycling programmes have become established and accepted as a central part of society.<br /> <br /> = Benefits of recycling =<br /> <br /> The main reasons for the promotion of recycling include:<br /> <br /> === Conservation of raw materials ===<br /> <br /> Raw materials such as trees, rocks, minerals and oil are ‘harvested’ and as a result, reserves of such materials are in decline. Mining and other extraction operations continue to have a negative impact on large areas of many countries around the world, such as deforestation.<br /> <br /> === Conservation of energy ===<br /> <br /> The amount of energy required to create new products is frequently more than required for recycling. This does depend on the material though, as the manufacturing of plastic for instance can be inexpensive.<br /> <br /> === Reduction of pollution ===<br /> <br /> Pollution can be reduced as a result of recycling being more efficient and requiring less energy to operate than manufacturing processes.<br /> <br /> === Reduction of landfill ===<br /> <br /> Recycling helps to reduce the requirement for landfill. Landfill sites harm the surrounding environment and habitats, particularly as a result of the chemicals that can be produced when waste breaks down. These can contaminate land and water and cause and can be hazardous.<br /> <br /> = Recycling regulations =<br /> <br /> Interpretation of the various EU waste directives has been devolved in the UK, which means that waste policy differs in terms of pace, strategy and targets between England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. Generally each individual council in the UK has the responsibility to provide recycling services, as opposed to relying on instructions from county councils or central government.<br /> <br /> = Recycling symbols =<br /> <br /> There are numerous recycling symbols in use around the world. The most common are:<br /> <br /> === Universal Recycling Symbol ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Universalrecycling.png|link=File:Universalrecycling.png]]<br /> <br /> Universally recognised symbol that is used to identify a recyclable product.<br /> <br /> === Green dot ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Greendot.png|link=File:Greendot.png]]<br /> <br /> Widely used by European companies to demonstrate they have a process in place that helps to recycle packaging.<br /> <br /> === Glass recycling ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Glassrecycling.gif|link=File:Glassrecycling.gif]]<br /> <br /> This symbol is widely found on bottles, jars and other recyclable glass products.<br /> <br /> === CEN aluminium ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Cenalu.png|link=File:Cenalu.png]]<br /> <br /> Widely found on soft drinks cans. Used to identify a product that has been made from recycled aluminium in accordance with the European CEN standard CR 14311.<br /> <br /> === CEN steel ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Censteel.png|link=File:Censteel.png]]<br /> <br /> Identifies a product that has been made from recycled steel in accordance with CR 14311.<br /> <br /> === WEEE Directive ===<br /> <br /> [[File:Weeedirective.png|link=File:Weeedirective.png]]<br /> <br /> Widely used across Europe to identify products recyclable under the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive.<br /> <br /> = Construction =<br /> <br /> The UK construction industry is the largest consumer of resources, requiring more than 400 million tonnes of material a year (ref Davis Langdon). 32% of landfill waste comes from the construction and demolition of buildings and 13% of products delivered to construction sites are sent directly to landfill without being used (ref Technology Strategy Board).<br /> <br /> A site waste management plan (SWMP) can be used to set out how materials will be managed efficiently and disposed of legally during the construction of the works, explaining how the re-use and recycling of materials will be maximised. See site waste management plan for more information.<br /> <br /> The “Mean Lean Green” philosophy aims to produce developments that lower the demand for resources, provide efficient structures and deploy innovative technology. See mean lean green for more information.<br /> <br /> = Find out more =<br /> <br /> Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki<br /> <br /> * Circular economy.<br /> * Do you really need to demolish that site?<br /> * Environmental impact assessment EIA.<br /> * Environmental plan for building design and construction.<br /> * Managing packaging waste streams.<br /> * Mean lean green.<br /> * Site waste management plan.<br /> * Site Waste Management Plans – A Necessary Burden.<br /> * Sustainable materials.<br /> * Waste and Resources Action Programme WRAP.<br /> * Waste hierarchy.<br /> * Waste management plan for England.<br /> <br /> External references<br /> <br /> * [http://www.clean-energy-ideas.com/ Clean Energy Ideas]<br /> * [http://science.howstuffworks.com/environmental/green-science/recycling.htm How recycling works]<br /> * [http://www.recoup.org/p/186/uk-waste-and-recycling-legislation-and-strategy Recoup - Waste and recycling legislation and strategy]<br /> <br /> [[Category:Sustainability]] [[Category:Products_/_components]] [[Category:Roles_/_services]]</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Demolition 2016-03-15T10:24:39Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>= Introduction =<br /> <br /> Demolition is the most high risk activity in the construction sector.<br /> <br /> The essence of safe demolition lies in efficient risk control, environmental management and careful planning. The CDM Regulations have provided a platform from which the industry exhibits best practice, demanding written plans of work for demolition even where a project is not notifiable.<br /> <br /> Clients and their professional advisors play a vital role in safe demolition and must:<br /> <br /> * Allow sufficient time for planning the works.<br /> * Procure an appropriate contractor (carry out safety and environmental audits).<br /> * Provide sufficient information to a good standard.<br /> <br /> The level and detail of pre-demolition information and surveys required are proportionate to the project and include:<br /> <br /> * Asbestos demolition survey (to [http://www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/books/hsg264.htm HSG264] standard).<br /> * Utility information (showing disconnection locations if previously carried out).<br /> * Structural hazards and risks (including relevant information such as condition, modifications, materials etc).<br /> * Hazardous material information and health hazards.<br /> * Planning permissions. Demolition requires prior notification to be submitted to the local authority for determination on whether prior approval is required of the method of demolition where buildings are over 50 cubic metres and for walls or gates. Where demolition works may have an environmental impact, a screening opinion is required from the local authority on whether a full Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is necssary. Planning permission is required for demolition of unlisted buildings in conservation areas and listed building consent is required for demolition of any part of a listed building.<br /> * Building regulations. Where demolition work is proposed, the owner must give the local authority building control department six weeks notice under Section 80 of [http://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1984/55 the Building Act].<br /> * Party Wall etc. Act notices.<br /> * Desk studies indicating historic use of building and land, contamination, mineshafts and wells.<br /> * Constraints to demolition imposed by the client or by the site conditions.<br /> * Site finish required.<br /> * Pre-construction information (CDM regulation 10).<br /> <br /> General demolition procedures include:<br /> <br /> * Effective building security and maintenance prior to demolition.<br /> * Isolation of utilities and removal of meters.<br /> * Intrusive pre-demolition surveys (such as; asbestos survey for demolition, structural survey, hazardous materials surveys etc).<br /> * Disconnection of utilities.<br /> * Site compound set-up.<br /> * Asbestos removal (in accordance with the [http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2006/2739/contents/made Control of Asbestos Regulations]).<br /> * Soft strip (taking the structure back to construction materials including the removal of windows and door frames).<br /> * Superstructure demolition with special measures as constraints demand, such as debuild or protection of adjacent structures.<br /> * Processing of superstructure arisings.<br /> * Slab and foundation demolition.<br /> * Processing of arisings.<br /> * Site finishes as required including provision for the future security of the site.<br /> <br /> Demolition methods include:<br /> <br /> * Explosives. This requires extensive use of the police to enforce exclusion zones as well as pre and post demolition structural inspections for a substantial radius (in the order of quarter or half a mile). Recent developments in high-reach machinery mean that buildings less than 22 storeys are generally demolished by machine.<br /> * Hand demolition. These methods are required when demolition has to be carried out in a more sensitive manner due to site constraints such as; proximity to uncapped mineshafts, overhead utilities, pedestrian access or adjacent structures, or structural instability.<br /> * Machine demolition. This is by far the most frequently used method and reduces the need for people to work at height, for manual handling and is an effective risk control for the demolition industry.<br /> <br /> Buildings handed over for demolition generally contain hazardous waste, rubbish for landfill and recyclable material. Best practice use of site waste management plans for all demolition projects assists in ensuring the optimum recycling chains are in place. Clients can assist by handing over empty buildings and finding new uses for all furniture and equipment in a building before handing it to the contractor for demolition.<br /> <br /> Demolition produces products suitable for construction with the general rule that a recycled material can be considered a grade lower than its original state. So crushed structural concrete for example may be used as blinding, though with full treatment and a designed mix, it may be possible to achieve structural grade concrete. At present, it is practical for a competent contractor to achieve 95% building recycling by mass, or even more for some structures.<br /> <br /> Materials should be provided to WRAP protocols with Environment Agency certification. It is practical to crush on site for volumes in excess of 3000 cubic metres.<br /> <br /> NB, whilst it is not normally necessary to obtain planning permission to demolish a building (unless there are local restrictions such as an article 4 direction), permission is required for listed buildings and for buildings in conservation areas.<br /> <br /> = Policy =<br /> <br /> The Coalition Agreement outlined the government’s commitment to increase housing supply, tackle the problems that rundown vacant properties cause and help support local economic growth from refurbishment and improvements. In a written ministerial statement of [http://www.publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm201314/cmhansrd/cm130510/wmstext/130510m0001.htm 10 May 2013, Official Report, Column 13WS], ministers committed to revising outdated guidance issued by the former Office of the Deputy Prime Minister in relation to demolition.<br /> <br /> On 16 January 2015, The Rt Hon Eric Pickles MP, Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government, confirmed that the following pieces of guidance no longer reflect government policy and so were cancelled:<br /> <br /> * Neighbourhood Renewal Assessment and Renewal Areas (DETR, 1997).<br /> * Private Sector Renewal Strategies: A Good Practice Guide (DETR, 1997).<br /> * Running and Sustaining Renewal Areas (DETR, 2000).<br /> * Addressing the Needs of Run Down Private Sector Housing (ODPM, 2002).<br /> * What Works? Reviewing the Evidence Base for Neighbourhood Renewal (ODPM, 2002).<br /> * Housing Renewal Guidance – ODPM Circular 05/2003.<br /> * Sustainable Communities: Building for the Future (ODPM, 2003).<br /> * Assessing the Impacts of Spatial Interventions: Regeneration, Renewal and Regional Development - The 3Rs Guidance (ODPM, 2004).<br /> * Neighbourhood Renewal Assessment guidance manual (ODPM, 2004).<br /> <br /> Ref [https://www.gov.uk/government/speeches/demolition DCLG, Statement on the planning decision on Welsh Streets in Liverpool and the revocation of outdated guidance on demolition]. 16 January 2015.<br /> <br /> -----<br /> This article was created by--[[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DUser:Christina_Wallace%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1|Christina Wallace]] 06:43, 13 March 2012 (GMT)<br /> <br /> = Find out more =<br /> <br /> === Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ===<br /> <br /> * Asbestos.<br /> * Building regulations.<br /> * Building survey.<br /> * CDM.<br /> * Conservation area.<br /> * Crane regulations.<br /> * Deleterious materials.<br /> * Do you really need to demolish that site?<br /> * Environmental Impact Assessment.<br /> * Explosives.<br /> * Health and Safety.<br /> * Listed building.<br /> * Notify HSE.<br /> * Party wall.<br /> * Planning permission.<br /> * Pre-construction information.<br /> * Pre-demolition and pre-refurbishment audits.<br /> * Principal contractor.<br /> * Risk assessment.<br /> * Site waste management plan.<br /> * Temporary works.<br /> * Types of crane.<br /> <br /> === External references ===<br /> <br /> * [http://shop.bsigroup.com/ProductDetail/?pid=000000000019999197 Code of practice for demolition BS6187:2000].<br /> * [http://www.demolitionengineers.net/ide/ Institute of Demolition Engineers].<br /> * [http://www.demolition-nfdc.com/Client_Guide.php National Federation of Demolition Contractors Client guide].<br /> * WRAP quality protocols.<br /> <br /> [[Category:Health_and_safety_/_CDM]] [[Category:Regulations]] [[Category:Construction_techniques]] [[Category:Property_development]]</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/BRE_Buzz_articles_on_Designing_Buildings_Wiki 2016-03-15T10:20:46Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>Articles by BRE Buzz on Designing Buildings Wiki:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> # [[3D_printed_Cool_Bricks|3D printed Cool Bricks]]. November 2015.<br /> # [[BRE_Buzz|BRE Buzz]]. January 2016.<br /> # [[BRE_flood_resilient_repair_project|BRE flood resilient repair project]]. December 2015.<br /> # [[Design_for_deconstruction,_BRE_modular_show_house|Design for deconstruction, BRE modular show house]]. December 2015.<br /> # [[Design_for_deconstruction,_ski_slope|Design for deconstruction, ski slope]]. March 2016.<br /> # [[Developing_system_intelligence_for_optimising_building_electricity_networks|Developing system intelligence for optimising building electricity networks]]. November 2015.<br /> # [[Do_green_buildings_pay%3F|Do green buildings pay?]] November 2015.<br /> # [[Do_you_really_need_to_demolish_that_site%3F|Do you really need to demolish that site?]] March 2016.<br /> # [[Environmental_product_declaration|Environmental product declaration.]] November 2015.<br /> # [[Open_data_-_how_can_it_aid_the_development_of_the_construction_industry%3F|Open data - how can it aid the development of the construction industry?]] December 2015.<br /> # [[Pre-demolition_and_pre-refurbishment_audits|Pre-demolition and pre-refurbishment audits.]] November 2015.<br /> # [[Project_SHOUT|Project SHOUT.]] November 2015.<br /> # [[Radon|Radon]]. November 2015.<br /> # [[Smart_facades|Smart facades]]. November 2015.<br /> # [[The_Hive|The Hive.]] November 2015.<br /> # [[Qualitative_research_and_the_built_environment|Qualitative research and the built environment]]. January 2016<br /> # [[Use_of_lighting_to_improve_health_and_wellbeing|Use of lighting to improve health and wellbeing]]. November 2015.<br /> <br /> --[[User:BRE_Buzz|BRE Buzz]]<br /> <br /> -----<br /> [[BRE_articles_on_Designing_Buildings_Wiki|See also BRE articles on Designing Buildings Wiki.]]<br /> <br /> [[Category:Organisations]] [[Category:Publications_/_reports]] [[Category:Research_/_Innovation]] [[Category:Theory]]</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/BRE_articles_on_Designing_Buildings_Wiki 2016-03-15T10:20:08Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>Articles added to Designing Buildings Wiki by --[[User:BRE_Group|BRE Group]] include:<br /> <br /> -----<br /> # [[A_case_study_of_adopting_BIT-Kit:_A_method_uncovering_the_impact_buildings_have_on_people|A case study of adopting BIT-Kit: A method uncovering the impact buildings have on people]]. March 2014<br /> # A measure of net well-being that incorporates the effect of housing environmental impacts. March 2014<br /> # Adapting 1965-1980 semi-detached dwellings in the UK to reduce summer overheating and the effect of the 2010 Building Regulations. March 2014<br /> # Airtightness of energy efficient buildings. March 2014<br /> # [[Anatomy_of_low_carbon_retrofits:_evidence_from_owner-occupied_superhomes|Anatomy of low carbon retrofits: evidence from owner-occupied superhomes]]. March 2014<br /> # BES 6001 Responsible sourcing of construction products. September 2015<br /> # BIM – it’s about the Planet. May 2015<br /> # Biodiversity in the urban environment. November 2014<br /> # Bluetooth. December 2014<br /> # Bottom-up approach to address the challenges of low-carbon eco-cites. January 2015.<br /> # BRE articles on Designing Buildings Wiki.<br /> # BRE Expert Collection 6 Daylight and shading. November 2015<br /> # BRE National Solar Centre. October 2015<br /> # BRE SMARTWaste online reporting platform. October 2015<br /> # BRE Trust Review 2014. July 2015<br /> # BRE Üserhuus. September 2015<br /> # BRE wellbeing research paper competition. August 2015<br /> # BREEAM extends coverage of VOC schemes to a number of European-based schemes. October 2015<br /> # [[BREEAM_In-Use_International|BREEAM In-Use International]]. January 2016<br /> # Building Research Establishment BRE. January 2014<br /> # Code of Practice for Grid Connected Solar Photovoltaic Systems. October 2015<br /> # Creating strong communities – measuring social sustainability in new housing development. March 2014<br /> # Daylight benefits in healthcare buildings. March 2014<br /> # Domestic micro-generation. January 2015<br /> # Electricity supply. December 2014<br /> # Embedded security: Procuring an effective facility protective security system. December 2015.<br /> # Glossary of electrical terms. December 2014<br /> # Health and wellbeing impacts of natural and artificial lighting. August 2015<br /> # Home quality mark. March 2015<br /> # Integrated modelling, simulation and visualisation (MSV) for sustainable built healing environments (BHEs). March 2014<br /> # Lighting and health infographic. August 2015<br /> # Micro-grids December 2014<br /> # Modern Slavery Act and sustainable supply chains. February 2016<br /> # Power over ethernet. December 2014<br /> # Power over USB. January 2015<br /> # PV inverter. December 2014<br /> # Qualitative research and the built environment. January 2016<br /> # RetrofitLab App. October 2015<br /> # Smart meter. December 2014<br /> # The cost of poor housing to the NHS. March 2015<br /> # The daylight factor. March 2014<br /> # The design of extra care housing for older people and its impact on wellbeing: The East Sussex perspective. March 2014<br /> # The Future of Electricity in Domestic Buildings. December 2014<br /> # The impact of the design of the Psychiatric inpatient facility on perceptions of Carer wellbeing. March 2014<br /> # The real cost of poor housing. March 2014<br /> # The rewards of complying with BIM Level 2. February 2016<br /> # Transitioning to eco-cities: Reducing carbon emissions while improving urban welfare. March 2014<br /> # Ubiquitous sensors to assess people’s energy consumption and wellbeing in domestic environments. March 2014<br /> # Visual alarm devices - their effectiveness in warning of fire. April 2015<br /> # [[Well-being_and_Regeneration:_Reflections_from_Carpenters_Estate|Well-being and regeneration: Reflections from Carpenters Estate]]. March 2014<br /> # WiFi. December 2014<br /> # WiMax. January 2015<br /> # ZigBee. January 2015<br /> <br /> Associated files:<br /> <br /> # [http://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/File:David_Strong_%281of2%29The_Daylight_Factor_TSB-BRE_paper_v_3.pdf File:David Strong (1of2)The Daylight Factor TSB-BRE paper v 3.pdf]. March 2014<br /> # [http://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/File:David_Strong_%282of2%29Daylight_Benefits_in_Healthcare_buildings_TSB-BRE_v_1.pdf File:David Strong (2of2)Daylight Benefits in Healthcare buildings TSB-BRE v 1.pdf]. March 2014<br /> # [http://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/File:Emeka_Osaji_Integrated_MSV_for_Sustainable_BHEs_Osaji_JSTAN_2013.pdf File:Emeka Osaji Integrated MSV for Sustainable BHEs Osaji JSTAN 2013.pdf]. March 2014<br /> # [http://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/File:Lesley_McIntyre_BITKit_Building_4_Change.pdf File:Lesley McIntyre BITKit Building 4 Change.pdf]. March 2014<br /> # [http://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/File:Marney_Walker_Design_of_Extra_Care_impact_on_wellbeing_ESCC_140214.pdf File:Marney Walker Design of Extra Care impact on wellbeing ESCC 140214.pdf]. March 2014<br /> # [http://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/File:Michal_Kraus_Airtightness_of_Energy_Efficient_Buildings.pdf File:Michal Kraus Airtightness of Energy Efficient Buildings.pdf]. March 2014<br /> # [http://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/File:Simon_Nicol_APNHR_Quantifying_the_Cost_of_Poor_Housing_in_England_May_2013_2_col_vers_29_5_13.pdf File:Simon Nicol APNHR Quantifying the Cost of Poor Housing in England May 2013 2 col vears 29 5 13.pdf]. March 2014<br /> # [http://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/File:Stephanie_Butcher_Well-Being_and_Regeneration.pdf File:Stephanie Butcher Well-Being and Regeneration.pdf]. March 2014<br /> # [http://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/File:Stephanie_Gauthier_Ubiquitous_senors_to_assess_peoples_energy_consumption_and_wellbing_in_domestic_environments.pdf File:Stephanie Gauthier Ubiquitous senors to assess peoples energy consumption and wellbeing in domestic environments.pdf]. March 2014<br /> # [http://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/File:The_Future_of_Electricity_in_Domestic_Buildings.pdf File:The Future of Electricity in Domestic Buildings.pdf]. December 2014<br /> # [http://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/File:Tim_Dixon_BRE_UBM_Competition_TD_SW.pdf File:Tim Dixon BRE UBM Competition TD SW.pdf]. March 2014<br /> <br /> -----<br /> See also [[BRE_Buzz_articles_on_Designing_Buildings_Wiki|BRE Buzz articles on Designing Buildings Wiki]].<br /> <br /> [[Category:Site_Information]]</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/BRE_articles_on_Designing_Buildings_Wiki 2016-03-15T10:19:52Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>Articles added to Designing Buildings Wiki by --[[User:BRE_Group|BRE Group]] include:<br /> <br /> -----<br /> # [[A_case_study_of_adopting_BIT-Kit:_A_method_uncovering_the_impact_buildings_have_on_people|A case study of adopting BIT-Kit: A method uncovering the impact buildings have on people]]. March 2014<br /> # A measure of net well-being that incorporates the effect of housing environmental impacts. March 2014<br /> # Adapting 1965-1980 semi-detached dwellings in the UK to reduce summer overheating and the effect of the 2010 Building Regulations. March 2014<br /> # Airtightness of energy efficient buildings. March 2014<br /> # [[Anatomy_of_low_carbon_retrofits:_evidence_from_owner-occupied_superhomes|Anatomy of low carbon retrofits: evidence from owner-occupied superhomes]]. March 2014<br /> # BES 6001 Responsible sourcing of construction products. September 2015<br /> # BIM – it’s about the Planet. May 2015<br /> # Biodiversity in the urban environment. November 2014<br /> # Bluetooth. December 2014<br /> # Bottom-up approach to address the challenges of low-carbon eco-cites. January 2015.<br /> # BRE articles on Designing Buildings Wiki.<br /> # BRE Expert Collection 6 Daylight and shading. November 2015<br /> # BRE National Solar Centre. October 2015<br /> # BRE SMARTWaste online reporting platform. October 2015<br /> # BRE Trust Review 2014. July 2015<br /> # BRE Üserhuus. September 2015<br /> # BRE wellbeing research paper competition. August 2015<br /> # BREEAM extends coverage of VOC schemes to a number of European-based schemes. October 2015<br /> # [[BREEAM_In-Use_International|BREEAM In-Use International]]. January 2016<br /> # Building Research Establishment BRE. January 2014<br /> # Code of Practice for Grid Connected Solar Photovoltaic Systems. October 2015<br /> # Creating strong communities – measuring social sustainability in new housing development. March 2014<br /> # Daylight benefits in healthcare buildings. March 2014<br /> # Domestic micro-generation. January 2015<br /> # Electricity supply. December 2014<br /> # Embedded security: Procuring an effective facility protective security system. December 2015.<br /> # Glossary of electrical terms. December 2014<br /> # Health and wellbeing impacts of natural and artificial lighting. August 2015<br /> # Home quality mark. March 2015<br /> # Integrated modelling, simulation and visualisation (MSV) for sustainable built healing environments (BHEs). March 2014<br /> # Lighting and health infographic. August 2015<br /> # Micro-grids December 2014<br /> # Modern Slavery Act and sustainable supply chains. February 2016<br /> # Power over ethernet. December 2014<br /> # Power over USB. January 2015<br /> # PV inverter. December 2014<br /> # Qualitative research and the built environment. January 2016<br /> # RetrofitLab App. October 2015<br /> # Smart meter. December 2014<br /> # The cost of poor housing to the NHS. March 2015<br /> # The daylight factor. March 2014<br /> # The design of extra care housing for older people and its impact on wellbeing: The East Sussex perspective. March 2014<br /> # The Future of Electricity in Domestic Buildings. December 2014<br /> # The impact of the design of the Psychiatric inpatient facility on perceptions of Carer wellbeing. March 2014<br /> # The real cost of poor housing. March 2014<br /> # The rewards of complying with BIM Level 2. February 2016<br /> # Transitioning to eco-cities: Reducing carbon emissions while improving urban welfare. March 2014<br /> # Ubiquitous sensors to assess people’s energy consumption and wellbeing in domestic environments. March 2014<br /> # Visual alarm devices - their effectiveness in warning of fire. April 2015<br /> # [[Well-being_and_Regeneration:_Reflections_from_Carpenters_Estate|Well-being and regeneration: Reflections from Carpenters Estate]]. March 2014<br /> # WiFi. December 2014<br /> # WiMax. January 2015<br /> # ZigBee. January 2015<br /> <br /> Associated files:<br /> <br /> # [http://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/File:David_Strong_%281of2%29The_Daylight_Factor_TSB-BRE_paper_v_3.pdf File:David Strong (1of2)The Daylight Factor TSB-BRE paper v 3.pdf]. March 2014<br /> # [http://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/File:David_Strong_%282of2%29Daylight_Benefits_in_Healthcare_buildings_TSB-BRE_v_1.pdf File:David Strong (2of2)Daylight Benefits in Healthcare buildings TSB-BRE v 1.pdf]. March 2014<br /> # [http://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/File:Emeka_Osaji_Integrated_MSV_for_Sustainable_BHEs_Osaji_JSTAN_2013.pdf File:Emeka Osaji Integrated MSV for Sustainable BHEs Osaji JSTAN 2013.pdf]. March 2014<br /> # [http://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/File:Lesley_McIntyre_BITKit_Building_4_Change.pdf File:Lesley McIntyre BITKit Building 4 Change.pdf]. March 2014<br /> # [http://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/File:Marney_Walker_Design_of_Extra_Care_impact_on_wellbeing_ESCC_140214.pdf File:Marney Walker Design of Extra Care impact on wellbeing ESCC 140214.pdf]. March 2014<br /> # [http://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/File:Michal_Kraus_Airtightness_of_Energy_Efficient_Buildings.pdf File:Michal Kraus Airtightness of Energy Efficient Buildings.pdf]. March 2014<br /> # [http://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/File:Simon_Nicol_APNHR_Quantifying_the_Cost_of_Poor_Housing_in_England_May_2013_2_col_vers_29_5_13.pdf File:Simon Nicol APNHR Quantifying the Cost of Poor Housing in England May 2013 2 col vears 29 5 13.pdf]. March 2014<br /> # [http://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/File:Stephanie_Butcher_Well-Being_and_Regeneration.pdf File:Stephanie Butcher Well-Being and Regeneration.pdf]. March 2014<br /> # [http://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/File:Stephanie_Gauthier_Ubiquitous_senors_to_assess_peoples_energy_consumption_and_wellbing_in_domestic_environments.pdf File:Stephanie Gauthier Ubiquitous senors to assess peoples energy consumption and wellbeing in domestic environments.pdf]. March 2014<br /> # [http://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/File:The_Future_of_Electricity_in_Domestic_Buildings.pdf File:The Future of Electricity in Domestic Buildings.pdf]. December 2014<br /> # [http://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/File:Tim_Dixon_BRE_UBM_Competition_TD_SW.pdf File:Tim Dixon BRE UBM Competition TD SW.pdf]. March 2014<br /> <br /> -----<br /> See also [[BRE_Buzz_articles_on_Designing_Buildings_Wiki|BRE Buzz articles on Designing Buildings Wiki]].<br /> <br /> -----<br /> [[Category:Site_Information]]</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Building_Research_Establishment_BRE 2016-03-15T10:19:13Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>In 1917, the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research proposed the creation of an organisation to investigate building materials and methods of construction for new housing. In June 1920 the Building Research Board met for the first time and in 1921 The Building Research Station (BRS), a government-funded laboratory, was established to carry out research work for the Board. In 1972 the Building Research Station became the Building Research Establishment (BRE).<br /> <br /> The Building Research Establishment was privatised in 1997, owned by a new body, the Foundation for the Built Environment (FBE), since which time it has referred has itself as [http://www.bre.co.uk/ BRE]. In 2005, the Foundation was renamed the BRE Trust.<br /> <br /> BRE is an independent, research-based consultancy, testing and training organisation, operating in the built environment and associated industries. Its head office is in Watford and it has regional offices in Scotland and Wales.<br /> <br /> BRE activities include:<br /> <br /> * Consultancy.<br /> * Research and innovation.<br /> * Testing, certification, approvals and listings (such as the [http://www.redbooklive.com/ Loss Prevention Certification Board] (LPCB) and [http://www.greenbooklive.com/ GreenBookLive]).<br /> * Sustainability and BREEAM (BREAAM is the BRE Environmental Assessment Method. First launched in the UK in 1990, it sets best practice standards for the environmental performance of buildings).<br /> * Training, events and accreditation (such as the BRE Energy Assessor Accreditation Schemes).<br /> <br /> As well as BRE, other BRE Group activities include:<br /> <br /> * BRE Global, an independent, third-party approvals organisation working to ensure that fire, security, environmental and other products and services provide the quality of performance and protection that they should.<br /> * BRE Ventures, bringing together innovators, networks and funding streams to take innovation to market quickly.<br /> <br /> All profits made by the BRE Group are gift aided to the BRE Trust, the largest UK charity dedicated to research and education in the built environment.<br /> <br /> --[[User:BRE_Group|BRE_Group]]<br /> <br /> = Find out more =<br /> <br /> === Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ===<br /> <br /> * [[User:BRE_Group|BRE Group profile page on Designing Buildings Wiki]].<br /> * BRE articles on Designing Buildings Wiki.<br /> * BRE Buzz articles on Designing Buildings Wiki.<br /> * BRE National Solar Centre.<br /> * BRE Trust.<br /> * BREEAM.<br /> * CIRIA.<br /> * Construction industry institutes and associations.<br /> <br /> [[Category:Organisations]]</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:BRE_Buzz 2016-03-15T10:18:49Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>BRE Buzz is an online community showcasing BRE's world-leading science, research, training and knowledge generation. It allows users to discover, learn and share their thoughts.<br /> <br /> [[Building_Research_Establishment_BRE|BRE]] is a world-leading building science centre that generates new knowledge through research. This is used to create products, tools and standards that drive positive change across the built environment. BRE helps government and private sector clients meet the significant environmental, social and economic challenges they face in delivering homes, buildings and communities.<br /> <br /> BRE is owned by the [[BRE_Trust|BRE Trust]], a registered charity. The Trust uses the profits made by the BRE companies to fund research and education that advances knowledge of the built environment.<br /> <br /> [[BRE_Buzz_articles_on_Designing_Buildings_Wiki|See articles by BRE Buzz here]].</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Design_for_deconstruction 2016-03-15T10:18:13Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>To help develop this article, click ‘Edit this article’ above.<br /> <br /> = Introduction =<br /> <br /> Design for deconstruction is an important part of green design and a consideration of the complete life-cycle of a structure. It includes provisions for the re-use of building components at the end of a structure’s life. Design for deconstruction works alongside other considerations such as sustainable design and recycling.<br /> <br /> = Benefits =<br /> <br /> The benefits of design for deconstruction include:<br /> <br /> * Reduction in the whole-life environmental impact of a project.<br /> * Minimising construction waste.<br /> * Minimising costs.<br /> * Helping the local economy.<br /> * Reducing transportation.<br /> * Reducing carbon impact.<br /> * Minimising pollution.<br /> * Reducing the quantity of materials being taken to landfill.<br /> <br /> = Design principles =<br /> <br /> Ten common principles in the design for deconstruction process are:<br /> <br /> * Design for prefabrication, preassembly and modular construction: Prefabricated units are easily deconstructed and can be transported in large units. Additionally, modular construction materials allow for large quantities to be transported in one journey.<br /> * Simplify and standardise connection details: This allows for efficient construction and deconstruction and reduces the need for multiple tools.<br /> * Simplify and separate building systems: Separating out the distribution systems within non-structural walls can allow for selective removal of the low-value components. Consolidating plumbing services will also reduce the lengths of pipe required.<br /> * Consideration of worker safety: The design should aim to reduce potential hazards and the use of potentially hazardous materials.<br /> * Minimise building parts and materials: The design should aim to minimise the amount of building materials and equipment required.<br /> * Select fittings, fasteners, adhesives, sealants etc that allow for disassembly.<br /> * Design to allow for deconstruction logistics: Small design tweaks can allow for significant improvements in waste-removal efficiency.<br /> * Reduce building complexity: This will reduce costs and improve buildability as well as simplifying the deconstruction process.<br /> * Design with reusable materials: Consideration of materials that are adaptable and will be useful in the future. Materials such as wood, steel members, brick and carpet tiles can easily be reused or refurbished.<br /> * Design for flexibility and adaptability: The design should consider any future renovations or adaptations that may be required to extend the life of the building.<br /> <br /> = Construction plan =<br /> <br /> A detailed deconstruction plan should be produced and issued to all parties at the beginning of any contract to ensure that construction processes will allow the deconstruction plan to be successful. The plan should include:<br /> <br /> * A statement of strategy for the building/project.<br /> * A list of building elements and how they will be best reused/reclaimed/recycled.<br /> * Instructions on the deconstruction of elements.<br /> <br /> = Case study - Olympic and Paralympic Games Village, Stratford =<br /> <br /> During the London 2012 Olympics, temporary accommodation was required for 17,000 athletes. The design complied with the Code for Sustainable Homes (CfSH) Level 4 residential units. Following the games, the accommodation was retrofitted into new homes. Some of the key approaches to the design included:<br /> <br /> * Cladding panels were interchangeable and generally full storey in height.<br /> * The bathrooms, kitchens, facades and balconies were manufactured off-site.<br /> * The partitions were movable so that spaces could be reconfigured.<br /> <br /> = Find out more =<br /> <br /> === Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki. ===<br /> <br /> * Circular economy.<br /> * Climate Change Act.<br /> * Cradle to cradle product registry system.<br /> * Design for deconstruction, BRE modular show house.<br /> * Design for deconstruction, ski slope.<br /> * Emission rates.<br /> * Energy targets.<br /> * Kit house.<br /> * Lean construction.<br /> * Mean Lean Green.<br /> * Modular buildings.<br /> * Off-site prefabrication of buildings: A guide to connection choices.<br /> * Prefabrication.<br /> * Site waste management plan.<br /> * Smart cities.<br /> * Sustainability.<br /> * Sustainable materials<br /> <br /> === External references ===<br /> <br /> * [http://www.wrap.org.uk/content/design-deconstruction-and-flexibility WRAP].<br /> * [http://www.seda.uk.net/assets/files/guides/dfd.pdf SEDA Design for Deconstruction guide].<br /> <br /> [[Category:Articles_needing_more_work]] [[Category:Construction_techniques]] [[Category:Design]]</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/BRE_Buzz_articles_on_Designing_Buildings_Wiki 2016-03-15T10:17:38Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>Articles by BRE Buzz on Designing Buildings Wiki:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> # [[3D_printed_Cool_Bricks|3D printed Cool Bricks]]. November 2015.<br /> # [[BRE_Buzz|BRE Buzz]]. January 2016.<br /> # [[BRE_flood_resilient_repair_project|BRE flood resilient repair project]]. December 2015.<br /> # [[Design_for_deconstruction,_BRE_modular_show_house|Design for deconstruction, BRE modular show house]]. December 2015.<br /> # [[Design_for_deconstruction,_ski_slope|Design for deconstruction, ski slope]]. March 2016.<br /> # [[Developing_system_intelligence_for_optimising_building_electricity_networks|Developing system intelligence for optimising building electricity networks]]. November 2015.<br /> # [[Do_green_buildings_pay%3F|Do green buildings pay?]] November 2015.<br /> # [[Do_you_really_need_to_demolish_that_site%3F|Do you really need to demolish that site?]] March 2016.<br /> # [[Environmental_product_declaration|Environmental product declaration.]] November 2015.<br /> # [[Open_data_-_how_can_it_aid_the_development_of_the_construction_industry%3F|Open data - how can it aid the development of the construction industry?]] December 2015.<br /> # [[Pre-demolition_and_pre-refurbishment_audits|Pre-demolition and pre-refurbishment audits.]] November 2015.<br /> # [[Project_SHOUT|Project SHOUT.]] November 2015.<br /> # [[Radon|Radon]]. November 2015.<br /> # [[Smart_facades|Smart facades]]. November 2015.<br /> # [[The_Hive|The Hive.]] November 2015.<br /> # [[Qualitative_research_and_the_built_environment|Qualitative research and the built environment]]. January 2016<br /> # [[Use_of_lighting_to_improve_health_and_wellbeing|Use of lighting to improve health and wellbeing]]. November 2015.<br /> <br /> --[[User:BRE_Buzz|BRE Buzz]]<br /> <br /> [[Category:Organisations]] [[Category:Publications_/_reports]] [[Category:Research_/_Innovation]] [[Category:Theory]]</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/BRE_Buzz_articles_on_Designing_Buildings_Wiki 2016-03-15T10:16:28Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>Articles by BRE Buzz on Designing Buildings Wiki:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> # [[3D_printed_Cool_Bricks|3D printed Cool Bricks]]. November 2015.<br /> # [[BRE_Buzz|BRE Buzz]]. January 2016.<br /> # [[BRE_flood_resilient_repair_project|BRE flood resilient repair project]]. December 2015.<br /> # [[Design_for_deconstruction,_BRE_modular_show_house|Design for deconstruction, BRE modular show house]]. December 2015.<br /> # [[Developing_system_intelligence_for_optimising_building_electricity_networks|Developing system intelligence for optimising building electricity networks]]. November 2015.<br /> # [[Do_green_buildings_pay%3F|Do green buildings pay?]] November 2015.<br /> # [[Do_you_really_need_to_demolish_that_site%3F|Do you really need to demolish that site?]] March 2016.<br /> # [[Environmental_product_declaration|Environmental product declaration.]] November 2015.<br /> # [[Open_data_-_how_can_it_aid_the_development_of_the_construction_industry%3F|Open data - how can it aid the development of the construction industry?]] December 2015.<br /> # [[Pre-demolition_and_pre-refurbishment_audits|Pre-demolition and pre-refurbishment audits.]] November 2015.<br /> # [[Project_SHOUT|Project SHOUT.]] November 2015.<br /> # [[Radon|Radon]]. November 2015.<br /> # [[Smart_facades|Smart facades]]. November 2015.<br /> # [[The_Hive|The Hive.]] November 2015.<br /> # [[Qualitative_research_and_the_built_environment|Qualitative research and the built environment]]. January 2016<br /> # [[Use_of_lighting_to_improve_health_and_wellbeing|Use of lighting to improve health and wellbeing]]. November 2015.<br /> <br /> --[[User:BRE_Buzz|BRE Buzz]]<br /> <br /> [[Category:Organisations]] [[Category:Publications_/_reports]] [[Category:Research_/_Innovation]] [[Category:Theory]]</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/BRE_Buzz_articles_on_Designing_Buildings_Wiki 2016-03-15T10:16:08Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>Articles by BRE Buzz on Designing Buildings Wiki:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> # [[3D_printed_Cool_Bricks|3D printed Cool Bricks]]. November 2015.<br /> # [[BRE_Buzz|BRE Buzz]]. January 2016.<br /> # [[BRE_flood_resilient_repair_project|BRE flood resilient repair project]]. December 2015.<br /> # [[Design_for_deconstruction,_BRE_modular_show_house|Design for deconstruction, BRE modular show house]]. December 2015.<br /> # [[Developing_system_intelligence_for_optimising_building_electricity_networks|Developing system intelligence for optimising building electricity networks]]. November 2015.<br /> # [[Do_green_buildings_pay%3F|Do green buildings pay?]] November 2015.<br /> # [[Do_you_really_need_to_demolish_that_site?|Do you really need to demolish that site?]] March 2016.<br /> # [[Environmental_product_declaration|Environmental product declaration.]] November 2015.<br /> # [[Open_data_-_how_can_it_aid_the_development_of_the_construction_industry%3F|Open data - how can it aid the development of the construction industry?]] December 2015.<br /> # [[Pre-demolition_and_pre-refurbishment_audits|Pre-demolition and pre-refurbishment audits.]] November 2015.<br /> # [[Project_SHOUT|Project SHOUT.]] November 2015.<br /> # [[Radon|Radon]]. November 2015.<br /> # [[Smart_facades|Smart facades]]. November 2015.<br /> # [[The_Hive|The Hive.]] November 2015.<br /> # [[Qualitative_research_and_the_built_environment|Qualitative research and the built environment]]. January 2016<br /> # [[Use_of_lighting_to_improve_health_and_wellbeing|Use of lighting to improve health and wellbeing]]. November 2015.<br /> <br /> [[Category:Organisations]] [[Category:Publications_/_reports]] [[Category:Research_/_Innovation]] [[Category:Theory]]</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/BRE_Buzz_articles_on_Designing_Buildings_Wiki 2016-03-15T10:15:48Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>Articles by BRE Buzz on Designing Buildings Wiki:<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> # [[3D_printed_Cool_Bricks|3D printed Cool Bricks]]. November 2015.<br /> # [[BRE_Buzz|BRE Buzz]]. January 2016.<br /> # [[BRE_flood_resilient_repair_project|BRE flood resilient repair project]]. December 2015.<br /> # [[Design_for_deconstruction,_BRE_modular_show_house|Design for deconstruction, BRE modular show house]]. December 2015.<br /> # [[Developing_system_intelligence_for_optimising_building_electricity_networks|Developing system intelligence for optimising building electricity networks]]. November 2015.<br /> # [[Do_green_buildings_pay%3F|Do green buildings pay?]] November 2015.<br /> # Do you really need to demolish that building? March 2016.<br /> # [[Environmental_product_declaration|Environmental product declaration.]] November 2015.<br /> # [[Open_data_-_how_can_it_aid_the_development_of_the_construction_industry%3F|Open data - how can it aid the development of the construction industry?]] December 2015.<br /> # [[Pre-demolition_and_pre-refurbishment_audits|Pre-demolition and pre-refurbishment audits.]] November 2015.<br /> # [[Project_SHOUT|Project SHOUT.]] November 2015.<br /> # [[Radon|Radon]]. November 2015.<br /> # [[Smart_facades|Smart facades]]. November 2015.<br /> # [[The_Hive|The Hive.]] November 2015.<br /> # [[Qualitative_research_and_the_built_environment|Qualitative research and the built environment]]. January 2016<br /> # [[Use_of_lighting_to_improve_health_and_wellbeing|Use of lighting to improve health and wellbeing]]. November 2015.<br /> <br /> [[Category:Organisations]] [[Category:Publications_/_reports]] [[Category:Research_/_Innovation]] [[Category:Theory]]</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/BRE_Buzz_articles_on_Designing_Buildings_Wiki 2016-03-15T10:15:15Z

<p>BRE Buzz: Created page with &quot;Articles by BRE Buzz on Designing Buildings Wiki: # 3D printed Cool Bricks. November 2015. # BRE Buzz. January 2016. # [[BRE_flood_resili...&quot;</p> <hr /> <div>Articles by BRE Buzz on Designing Buildings Wiki:<br /> <br /> # [[3D_printed_Cool_Bricks|3D printed Cool Bricks]]. November 2015.<br /> # [[BRE_Buzz|BRE Buzz]]. January 2016.<br /> # [[BRE_flood_resilient_repair_project|BRE flood resilient repair project]]. December 2015.<br /> # [[Design_for_deconstruction,_BRE_modular_show_house|Design for deconstruction, BRE modular show house]]. December 2015.<br /> # [[Developing_system_intelligence_for_optimising_building_electricity_networks|Developing system intelligence for optimising building electricity networks]]. November 2015.<br /> # [[Do_green_buildings_pay%3F|Do green buildings pay?]] November 2015.<br /> # [[Environmental_product_declaration|Environmental product declaration.]] November 2015.<br /> # [[Open_data_-_how_can_it_aid_the_development_of_the_construction_industry%3F|Open data - how can it aid the development of the construction industry?]] December 2015.<br /> # [[Pre-demolition_and_pre-refurbishment_audits|Pre-demolition and pre-refurbishment audits.]] November 2015.<br /> # [[Project_SHOUT|Project SHOUT.]] November 2015.<br /> # [[Radon|Radon]]. November 2015.<br /> # [[Smart_facades|Smart facades]]. November 2015.<br /> # [[The_Hive|The Hive.]] November 2015.<br /> # [[Qualitative_research_and_the_built_environment|Qualitative research and the built environment]]. January 2016<br /> # [[Use_of_lighting_to_improve_health_and_wellbeing|Use of lighting to improve health and wellbeing]]. November 2015.<br /> <br /> [[Category:Organisations]] [[Category:Publications_/_reports]] [[Category:Research_/_Innovation]] [[Category:Theory]]</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:BRE_Buzz 2016-03-15T10:14:09Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>BRE Buzz is an online community showcasing BRE's world-leading science, research, training and knowledge generation. It allows users to discover, learn and share their thoughts.<br /> <br /> [[Building_Research_Establishment_BRE|BRE]] is a world-leading building science centre that generates new knowledge through research. This is used to create products, tools and standards that drive positive change across the built environment. BRE helps government and private sector clients meet the significant environmental, social and economic challenges they face in delivering homes, buildings and communities.<br /> <br /> BRE is owned by the [[BRE_Trust|BRE Trust]], a registered charity. The Trust uses the profits made by the BRE companies to fund research and education that advances knowledge of the built environment.<br /> <br /> See articles by BRE Buzz here.</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/BSRIA_launch_smart_technology_topic_guide 2016-01-18T10:14:07Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>[[File:Smarthome.jpg|link=File:Smarthome.jpg]]<br /> <br /> BSRIA have launched a new topic guide to ‘smart technology’ providing an introduction to key aspects of the subject with concise and factual information that helping to explain recent technological trends.<br /> <br /> The guide is aimed at everyone from system integrators, to architects, security and safety suppliers and software providers.<br /> <br /> The term ‘smart’ is increasingly being applied to a very wide range of different systems and applications, with smart homes and buildings beginning to make use of the many devices that can be integrated into the Internet of Things.<br /> <br /> The report looks at recent developments for smart homes and commercial buildings, with simple diagrams to help explain how the integration of various devices works. It also provides guidance on the standard open protocols for intelligent buildings.<br /> <br /> Author of the guide, Jeremy Towler, BSRIA’s Senior Manager – Energy and Smart Technologies, said: “With so many new products incorporating sophisticated hard and software appearing in the market and with the majority of people now toting a smartphone, it is not surprising that IoT is forecast to grow at a phenomenal pace. It promises to deliver a plethora of new applications and benefits. This topic guide lays out some of the most important developments in smart technology and is designed to help the reader navigate this rapidly evolving area.”<br /> <br /> You can download TG09/2016 ‘At a Glance – Smart Technology’ free from [https://www.bsria.co.uk/information-membership/information-centre/bsria-topic-guides/ BSRIA’s website.]<br /> <br /> [[Internet_of_things|You can read more about the Internet of Things here.]]<br /> <br /> [[Smart_home|You can read more about smart homes here.]]<br /> <br /> -----<br /> --[[User:BSRIA|BSRIA]]<br /> <br /> [[Category:Organisations]] [[Category:Projects_and_case_studies]] [[Category:Publications_/_reports]] [[Category:Research_/_Innovation]] [[Category:News]]</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:BRE_Buzz 2016-01-18T09:57:57Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>BRE Buzz is an online community showcasing BRE's world-leading science, research, training and knowledge generation. It allows users to discover, learn and share their thoughts.<br /> <br /> [[Building_Research_Establishment_BRE|BRE]] is a world-leading building science centre that generates new knowledge through research. This is used to create products, tools and standards that drive positive change across the built environment. BRE helps government and private sector clients meet the significant environmental, social and economic challenges they face in delivering homes, buildings and communities.<br /> <br /> BRE is owned by the [[BRE_Trust|BRE Trust]], a registered charity. The Trust uses the profits made by the BRE companies to fund research and education that advances knowledge of the built environment.<br /> <br /> Articles by BRE Buzz on Designing Buildings Wiki:<br /> <br /> # [[3D_printed_Cool_Bricks|3D printed Cool Bricks]]. November 2015.<br /> # [[BRE_Buzz|BRE Buzz]]. January 2016.<br /> # [[BRE_flood_resilient_repair_project|BRE flood resilient repair project]]. December 2015.<br /> # [[Design_for_deconstruction,_BRE_modular_show_house|Design for deconstruction, BRE modular show house]]. December 2015.<br /> # [[Developing_system_intelligence_for_optimising_building_electricity_networks|Developing system intelligence for optimising building electricity networks]]. November 2015.<br /> # [[Do_green_buildings_pay%3F|Do green buildings pay?]] November 2015.<br /> # [[Environmental_product_declaration|Environmental product declaration.]] November 2015.<br /> # [[Open_data_-_how_can_it_aid_the_development_of_the_construction_industry%3F|Open data - how can it aid the development of the construction industry?]] December 2015.<br /> # [[Pre-demolition_and_pre-refurbishment_audits|Pre-demolition and pre-refurbishment audits.]] November 2015.<br /> # [[Project_SHOUT|Project SHOUT.]] November 2015.<br /> # [[Radon|Radon]]. November 2015.<br /> # [[Smart_facades|Smart facades]]. November 2015.<br /> # [[The_Hive|The Hive.]] November 2015.<br /> # [[Qualitative_research_and_the_built_environment|Qualitative research and the built environment]]. January 2016<br /> # [[Use_of_lighting_to_improve_health_and_wellbeing|Use of lighting to improve health and wellbeing]]. November 2015.</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:BRE_Buzz 2016-01-15T16:46:44Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>BRE Buzz is an online community showcasing BRE's world-leading science, research, training and knowledge generation. It allows users to discover, learn and share their thoughts.<br /> <br /> [[Building_Research_Establishment_BRE|BRE]] is a world-leading building science centre that generates new knowledge through research. This is used to create products, tools and standards that drive positive change across the built environment. BRE helps government and private sector clients meet the significant environmental, social and economic challenges they face in delivering homes, buildings and communities.<br /> <br /> BRE is owned by the [[BRE_Trust|BRE Trust]], a registered charity. The Trust uses the profits made by the BRE companies to fund research and education that advances knowledge of the built environment.<br /> <br /> Articles by BRE Buzz on Designing Buildings Wiki:<br /> <br /> * [[3D_printed_Cool_Bricks|3D printed Cool Bricks]]. November 2015.<br /> * [[BRE_Buzz|BRE Buzz]]. January 2016.<br /> * [[BRE_flood_resilient_repair_project|BRE flood resilient repair project]]. December 2015.<br /> * [[Design_for_deconstruction,_BRE_modular_show_house|Design for deconstruction, BRE modular show house]]. December 2015.<br /> * [[Developing_system_intelligence_for_optimising_building_electricity_networks|Developing system intelligence for optimising building electricity networks]]. November 2015.<br /> * [[Do_green_buildings_pay%3F|Do green buildings pay?]] November 2015.<br /> * [[Environmental_product_declaration|Environmental product declaration.]] November 2015.<br /> * [[Open_data_-_how_can_it_aid_the_development_of_the_construction_industry%3F|Open data - how can it aid the development of the construction industry?]] December 2015.<br /> * [[Pre-demolition_and_pre-refurbishment_audits|Pre-demolition and pre-refurbishment audits.]] November 2015.<br /> * [[Project_SHOUT|Project SHOUT.]] November 2015.<br /> * [[Radon|Radon]]. November 2015.<br /> * [[Smart_facades|Smart facades]]. November 2015.<br /> * [[The_Hive|The Hive.]] November 2015.<br /> * [[Qualitative_research_and_the_built_environment|Qualitative research and the built environment]]. January 2016<br /> * [[Use_of_lighting_to_improve_health_and_wellbeing|Use of lighting to improve health and wellbeing]]. November 2015.</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:BRE_Buzz 2016-01-15T16:40:07Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>BRE Buzz is an online community showcasing BRE's world-leading science, research, training and knowledge generation. It allows users to discover, learn and share their thoughts.<br /> <br /> [[Building_Research_Establishment_BRE|BRE]] is a world-leading building science centre that generates new knowledge through research. This is used to create products, tools and standards that drive positive change across the built environment. BRE helps government and private sector clients meet the significant environmental, social and economic challenges they face in delivering homes, buildings and communities.<br /> <br /> BRE is owned by the [[BRE_Trust|BRE Trust]], a registered charity. The Trust uses the profits made by the BRE companies to fund research and education that advances knowledge of the built environment.<br /> <br /> Articles by BRE Buzz on Designing Buildings Wiki:<br /> <br /> * [[3D_printed_Cool_Bricks|3D printed Cool Bricks.]]<br /> * [[BRE_Buzz|BRE Buzz]].<br /> * [[BRE_flood_resilient_repair_project|BRE flood resilient repair project]]. December 2015.<br /> * [[Design_for_deconstruction,_BRE_modular_show_house|Design for deconstruction, BRE modular show house]]. December 2015.<br /> * [[Developing_system_intelligence_for_optimising_building_electricity_networks|Developing system intelligence for optimising building electricity networks]].<br /> * [[Do_green_buildings_pay%3F|Do green buildings pay?]]<br /> * [[Environmental_product_declaration|Environmental product declaration.]]<br /> * [[Open_data_-_how_can_it_aid_the_development_of_the_construction_industry%3F|Open data - how can it aid the development of the construction industry?]]<br /> * [[Pre-demolition_and_pre-refurbishment_audits|Pre-demolition and pre-refurbishment audits.]]<br /> * [[Project_SHOUT|Project SHOUT.]]<br /> * [[Radon|Radon]].<br /> * [[Smart_facades|Smart facades]].<br /> * [[The_Hive|The Hive.]]<br /> * [[Qualitative_research_and_the_built_environment|Qualitative research and the built environment]]. January 2016<br /> * [[Use_of_lighting_to_improve_health_and_wellbeing|Use of lighting to improve health and wellbeing]].</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:BRE_Buzz 2016-01-05T11:14:14Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>BRE Buzz is an online community showcasing BRE's world-leading science, research, training and knowledge generation. It allows users to discover, learn and share their thoughts.<br /> <br /> [[Building_Research_Establishment_BRE|BRE]] is a world-leading building science centre that generates new knowledge through research. This is used to create products, tools and standards that drive positive change across the built environment. BRE helps government and private sector clients meet the significant environmental, social and economic challenges they face in delivering homes, buildings and communities.<br /> <br /> BRE is owned by the [[BRE_Trust|BRE Trust]], a registered charity. The Trust uses the profits made by the BRE companies to fund research and education that advances knowledge of the built environment.<br /> <br /> Articles by BRE Buzz on Designing Buildings Wiki:<br /> <br /> * [[3D_printed_Cool_Bricks|3D printed Cool Bricks.]]<br /> * [[BRE_flood_resilient_repair_project|BRE flood resilient repair project]]. December 2015.<br /> * [[Design_for_deconstruction,_BRE_modular_show_house|Design for deconstruction, BRE modular show house]]. December 2015.<br /> * [[Developing_system_intelligence_for_optimising_building_electricity_networks|Developing system intelligence for optimising building electricity networks]].<br /> * [[Do_green_buildings_pay%3F|Do green buildings pay?]]<br /> * [[Environmental_product_declaration|Environmental product declaration.]]<br /> * [[Open_data_-_how_can_it_aid_the_development_of_the_construction_industry%3F|Open data - how can it aid the development of the construction industry?]]<br /> * [[Pre-demolition_and_pre-refurbishment_audits|Pre-demolition and pre-refurbishment audits.]]<br /> * [[Project_SHOUT|Project SHOUT.]]<br /> * [[Radon|Radon]].<br /> * [[Smart_facades|Smart facades]].<br /> * [[The_Hive|The Hive.]]<br /> * [[Use_of_lighting_to_improve_health_and_wellbeing|Use of lighting to improve health and wellbeing]].</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/BRE_Buzz 2016-01-01T10:36:06Z

<p>BRE Buzz: Created page with &quot;link=http://brebuzz.net/ [http://brebuzz.net/ BRE Buzz] is an online community showcasing BRE's world-leading science, research, training and knowledge gen...&quot;</p> <hr /> <div>[[File:BRE Buzz.jpg|link=http://brebuzz.net/]]<br /> <br /> [http://brebuzz.net/ BRE Buzz] is an online community showcasing BRE's world-leading science, research, training and knowledge generation. It allows users to discover, learn and share their thoughts.<br /> <br /> BRE is a world-leading building science centre that generates new knowledge through research. This is used to create products, tools and standards that drive positive change across the built environment. BRE helps government and private sector clients meet the significant environmental, social and economic challenges they face in delivering homes, buildings and communities.<br /> <br /> BRE is owned by the BRE Trust, a registered charity. The Trust uses the profits made by the BRE companies to fund research and education that advances knowledge of the built environment.<br /> <br /> -----<br /> [http://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:BRE_Buzz Articles by BRE Buzz on Designing Buildings Wiki].<br /> <br /> -----<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Category:Organisations]]</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/File:BRE_Buzz.jpg 2016-01-01T10:35:01Z

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BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/The_Hive 2016-01-01T10:31:32Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>[http://www.bath.ac.uk/research/centres/brp/hive/ The HIVE] is a building project developed at the Building Research Park designed to support research into construction materials.<br /> <br /> The Building Research Park is an open-to-the-elements facility at Wroughton Airfield, that offers the capability of full-scale research into building materials and systems using 16 re-configurable research buildings. It is part of the BRE Centre for Innovative Construction Materials (BRE CICM).<br /> <br /> The HIVE aims to answer fundamental questions about the resilience and performance of sustainable materials. It looks at pre-prototype solutions at Technology Readiness Level 2-5, carrying out the fundamental research that will influence industry practice and enable the uptake of innovative products and solutions. The facility is open to researchers across the world and has been designed to be completely flexible.<br /> <br /> Facilities include:<br /> <br /> * A controlled full-scale indoor air quality room where researchers are looking at building panels that absorb and sequester pollutants.<br /> * A double-storey cell that allows investigation of the multi-level aspects of façade efficiency.<br /> * The bladder cell that can be used for testing small panels.<br /> * The flood cell which allows researchers to test the impact of flooding on building materials and systems. With increased flooding across the UK the research taking place at the HIVE can inform some of the major resilience challenges facing the UK construction industry. These include how best to dry out the materials, how much material can be salvaged and crucially how to balance the need to get people back in their homes as quickly as possible without affecting the structural performance of the building.<br /> <br /> Projects underway at the HIVE include:<br /> <br /> * Investigating photo-catalytic materials to harvest ambient light to generate energy.<br /> * ECOSEE, which aims to enlarge the market for bio-based materials with negative carbon impact.<br /> * The HEMPSEC project for market replication of a pre-fabricated hemp-lime system.<br /> <br /> [[File:Hive.jpg|link=File:Hive.jpg]]<br /> <br /> -----<br /> This article was created by --[[User:BRE_Buzz|BRE_Buzz]]. It based on a post originally published on BRE Buzz in October 2015 written by Ali Nicholl.<br /> <br /> [http://brebuzz.net/2015/10/20/the-hive-facility-to-test-resilience-of-sustainable-materials/ You can see the original article here].<br /> <br /> = Find out more =<br /> <br /> === Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ===<br /> <br /> * Airtightness of energy efficient buildings.<br /> * Anatomy of low carbon retrofits: evidence from owner-occupied superhomes.<br /> * BRE articles on Designing Buildings Wiki.<br /> * BRE National Solar Centre.<br /> * BRE Üserhuus.<br /> * Building Research Establishment BRE.<br /> * Design for deconstruction, BRE modular show house.<br /> * Pre-demolition and pre-refurbishment audits.<br /> <br /> [[Category:Projects_and_case_studies]] [[Category:Research_/_Innovation]]</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Pre-demolition_and_pre-refurbishment_audits 2016-01-01T10:29:51Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>[[File:Smartwaste.png|link=File:Smartwaste.png]]<br /> <br /> Pre-demolition and pre-refurbishment audits provide clients with independent advice about the products and materials that can be reused or recycled prior to demolition or major refurbishment. The client can then use this report to set targets and objectives within the demolition or refurbishment tender documents to ensure best practice in resource efficiency is adopted by the appointed contractor.<br /> <br /> To date there has been little guidance available about how to conduct audits and as a consequence there are implications for the quality of audit work and potential for commercial interests to influence audit outcomes.<br /> <br /> Most audits are carried out by demolition contractors themselves in the form of a method statement. A key driver for audits is BREEAM; an audit has to be undertaken to obtain credits relating to demolition waste management. There is an opportunity to make this part of the assessment more rigorous with clear guidance on the requirements of an audit and the procedures to follow.<br /> <br /> This research built upon BRE’s existing knowledge to set out a process for completing independent pre-demolition audits and implementing the results. It considered the scope for incorporating the resulting technical guidance within further revisions of BREEAM. This included the potential for an independent audit and a mechanism for recording what is actually achieved in comparison to the recommendations of the audit.<br /> <br /> Technical guidance was produced and trialed on two projects: the demolition of two Bradford college buildings for principal contractor BAM and the demolition of a former retail/industrial unit for principal contractor RG Group. The actual waste arisings and waste management routes were compared with those forecast by the audit. Overall, the comparison showed that the forecast from the audit was more detailed and more accurate than that provided by the demolition contractor. Recording of materials for reuse was poor and could have been improved if considered earlier in the project – ideally before the demolition contract was put out to tender.<br /> <br /> BRE is now working with the UK Contractors Group (UKCG) to publish the guidance which will inform their membership.An online module for recording pre-demolition/pre-refurbishment audits has been developed as an add-on to the SMARTWaste tool. The data entered via this module will be used to improve understanding of resource efficiency on demolition projects and to provide best practice guidance to the industry.<br /> <br /> This article was created by --[[User:BRE_Buzz|BRE_Buzz]]. It was originally published on BRE Buzz in September 2015 and was written by Ali Nicholl, Innovation Network Manager at BRE.<br /> <br /> [http://brebuzz.net/2015/09/29/pre-demolition-and-pre-refurbishment-audits/ You can see the original article here].<br /> <br /> = Find out more =<br /> <br /> === Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ===<br /> <br /> * Demolition.<br /> * Design for deconstruction.<br /> * Design for deconstruction, BRE modular show house.<br /> <br /> [[Category:Regulations]] [[Category:Construction_management]]</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Modular_buildings 2016-01-01T10:28:28Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>To help develop this article, click 'Edit this article' above.<br /> <br /> -----<br /> Modular buildings (sometimes referred to as prefabricated buildings, although strictly speaking, a prefabricated building need not be modular) are buildings made up of components manufactured on assembly lines in factories then assembled on site in a variety of arrangements.<br /> <br /> Buildings can be constructed using modular 'parts' such as walls, frames, doors, ceilings, and windows, or a number of ‘complete’ prefabricated modular building units.<br /> <br /> Modular building became popular after the second world was when there was a need for the rapid construction of buildings (in particular dwellings) to replace bomb-damaged buildings and to accommodate returning troops. They were initially well-received, but as they often remained in use well beyond their design life (for example 'temporary' classrooms, some of which are still in use), and were sometimes aesthetically less attractive that traditional buildings, they fell out of favour.<br /> <br /> More recently, there has been a resurgence of interest in modular buildings, with a recognition not only that they can be aesthetically pleasing, but also they can achieve a very high build quality and can be both long lasting and sustainable. A new fleet of modular buildings has emerged that includes a wide variety of sizes and configurations, with sector specific building types and styles and options for variable plans and multi-storey configurations.<br /> <br /> The gap between modular structures and traditional buildings has narrowed, and there has been an improvement in performance driven in part by regulatory standards but also by the availability of new materials. Recent, dramatic examples of the evolution of modular buildings include the [http://www.guardian.co.uk/sustainable-business/modular-building-china-commercial-construction 30-storey Tower Hotel in Yueyang] and [http://www.dezeen.com/2012/12/18/worlds-tallest-modular-building-breaks-ground-in-new-york/ B2], a 32-storey residential tower in Brooklyn, 60% of which was construction off site.<br /> <br /> Other examples of modular buildings include:<br /> <br /> * Educational buildings and nurseries.<br /> * Offices.<br /> * Temporary buildings (such as site accommodation, live event accommodation, accommodation for temporary re-location during construction works and so on).<br /> * Showrooms and marketing suites.<br /> * Healthcare buildings (such as consulting rooms, and operating theatres).<br /> * Catering buildings.<br /> * Ministry of Defence buildings.<br /> * Hotels.<br /> * Manufacturing facilities such as clean rooms.<br /> * Buildings for remote or hostile locations where conventional construction techniques may be impractical.<br /> * Dwellings.<br /> * Mobile buildings.<br /> * Equipment housing.<br /> * Emergency buildings for urgent accommodation requirements.<br /> * Cruise ship accommodation.<br /> <br /> The advantages of modular buildings over more traditional forms of construction include:<br /> <br /> * Speed of supply and installation.<br /> * Reduced cost (through supply chain management, economies of scale, reduction of waste and working in a controlled environment).<br /> * Improved quality control (achieved through repetition, inspection and operating in a factory-controlled environment). NB Build quality is increasingly important in achieving environmental standards such as BREEAM. Buildings very often fail to achieve their designed performance because of poor quality control on site.<br /> * Reduced time on site.<br /> * Reduce disruption, noise and waste.<br /> * Reduced need for on-site storage, plant and other equipment.<br /> * Reduced labour costs.<br /> * Greater control over the full supply chain.<br /> * Continuous improvement through an effective feedback loop.<br /> * Extendibility.<br /> * The potential to de-construct for re-location, re-use or re-sale.<br /> <br /> Disadvantages of modular buildings over more traditional forms of construction include:<br /> <br /> * Restricted flexibility. Module sizes and shapes can be limiting.<br /> * Poorer overall design / aesthetic quality.<br /> * Design that is not fully context or user specific.<br /> * Perception problems resulting from historic performance. This can result in lower valuations.<br /> * Difficulty transporting and handling modules.<br /> * The significant investment required to develop designs and manufacturing processes for modular buildings.<br /> <br /> The supply of modular buildings may simply include manufacture, delivery and installation , or it can be a full 'turnkey' package including site preparation, planning, commissioning, maintenance and even buy-back for re-sale.<br /> <br /> = Find out more: =<br /> <br /> === Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ===<br /> <br /> * British post-war mass housing.<br /> * Cladding.<br /> * Custom build home.<br /> * Design for deconstruction.<br /> * Design for deconstruction, BRE modular show house.<br /> * Kit house.<br /> * Live event production.<br /> * Off-site prefabrication of buildings: A guide to connection choices.<br /> * Prefabrication.<br /> * Self build home.<br /> * WikiHouse.<br /> * Y:Cube.<br /> * Y:Cube development in Mitcham.<br /> <br /> === External references ===<br /> <br /> * Cabinet office: [http://gps.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/contracts/rm875 Modular building systems].<br /> * Guardian: [http://www.guardian.co.uk/sustainable-business/modular-building-china-commercial-construction Modular building could lead the way in China's commercial construction]. 26 July 2012.<br /> * Dezeen: [http://www.dezeen.com/2012/12/18/worlds-tallest-modular-building-breaks-ground-in-new-york/ World's tallest modular building breaks ground in New York]. 18 December 2012.<br /> <br /> [[Category:Articles_needing_more_work]] [[Category:Theory]] [[Category:Construction_techniques]] [[Category:Products_/_components]]</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Kit_houses 2016-01-01T10:28:02Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>Have a look at our free-to-use Self-build home project plan.<br /> <br /> -----<br /> Traditionally in the UK, houses are built speculatively by a developer, and then people buy them and move in. The home owner does not influence the design of the home.<br /> <br /> However, there are two routes by which clients can procure a home that to their own design:<br /> <br /> * Self-build homes, largely organised by the prospective home owner.<br /> * Custom-build homes, that are facilitated by developers.<br /> <br /> Kit houses, or kit homes, are a form of self-build home that are constructed from series of prefabricated components that can be purchased from a supplier and then assembled on site to create a completed house. Suppliers of kit houses may offer a range of components that can be selected and assembled in a number of ways so that the client is able to tailor the design to their personal preferences.<br /> <br /> Kit houses are considered to be ‘self-build’ because, whilst the supplier may design, manufacture and assemble the house on behalf of the self-builder, the self-builder may still have to co-ordinate a number of complex activities, such as:<br /> <br /> * Finding and acquiring a suitable plot (and perhaps arranging demolition or site clearance).<br /> * Arranging finance.<br /> * Selecting an appropriate supplier.<br /> * Selecting the appropriate design, fixtures, fittings and so on.<br /> * Obtaining necessary statutory approvals (such as planning permission and building regulations approval).<br /> * Providing appropriate services (such as water, electricity, gas, telephone, drainage and so on).<br /> * Providing a foundation slab.<br /> * Landscaping the site and providing access to the house (this might include; paths, drives, ramps, steps and so on).<br /> <br /> The supplier may be able to help with some of these tasks (for example consulting with the local planning authority and obtaining building regulations approvals) or may be able suggest contractors or consultants that can help. Suppliers can offer just a shell for the client to fit out, through to a turnkey service, even helping to arrange a mortgage.<br /> <br /> It is important when purchasing a kit house to visit a similar completed kit house to get a sense of how the building is likely to feel and to assess the quality of workmanship that can be expected from the supplier.<br /> <br /> Kit houses are relatively low risk, fast and straight forward to construct, and can offer a relatively low cost method for developing a high-quality, self-build home. However, there are limitations to the permutations of the components available, with some kits being more flexible than others, and consideration must be given to the suitability of the kit to the orientation and topography of the plot. It is also difficult and expensive to make changes once fabrication has begun.<br /> <br /> Historically, kit houses may have been seen as offering relatively un-stylish design options, however more recently the variety and quality of design has improved significantly, and top-end kit houses can be large and luxurious, and difficult to distinguish from custom-designed homes.<br /> <br /> Payment terms will vary depending on the supplier. Sometimes fees are required for design, planning application and building regulations applications as well as stage payments during fabrication and installation. Payments for design fees are sometimes deducted from the overall price when the main supply contract is signed.<br /> <br /> It is important to ensure that a kit house comes with a suitable warranty covering design, materials and workmanship, and that any fixtures and fittings are covered as well as the buildings fabric (albeit they may be covered by a separate, shorter-term warranty). Third party warranty providers may inspect the building as construction progresses.<br /> <br /> Banks and building societies are likely to require a warranty before they will lend against the completed building.<br /> <br /> NB Kit houses may qualify to reclaim the VAT paid on eligible building materials and services. See VAT refunds on self-build homes for more information.<br /> <br /> = Find out more =<br /> <br /> === Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ===<br /> <br /> * Community right to build.<br /> * Custom-build home.<br /> * Design for deconstruction, BRE modular show house.<br /> * Modular buildings.<br /> * Neighbourhood planning.<br /> * Planning permission.<br /> * Prefabrication.<br /> * Self-build home.<br /> * Self-build home negotiating discounts.<br /> * Self-build home project plan.<br /> * Self-build initiative.<br /> * Serviced plot.<br /> * Statutory approvals.<br /> * Right to build.<br /> * Utilities.<br /> * VAT refunds on self-build homes.<br /> * WikiHouse.<br /> <br /> === External references ===<br /> <br /> * [http://www.selfbuildportal.org.uk/kit-home Self-build portal].<br /> * [http://www.huf-haus.com/ Huf House].<br /> * [http://www.the-self-build-guide.co.uk/self-build-kit-houses.html The self-build guide, Kit houses].<br /> <br /> [[Category:Construction_techniques]] [[Category:Procurement]] [[Category:Products_/_components]]</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/BRE_%C3%9Cserhuus 2016-01-01T10:27:43Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>The [http://www.bre.co.uk/innovationpark BRE Innovation Park] in Watford was created in 2005 to test and demonstrate the buildings of the future. It is home to some of the world’s most sustainable buildings, landscape designs and low carbon materials and technologies.<br /> <br /> In September 2015, BRE launched two new demonstration housing units brought to market by Üserhuus AG and Tigh Grian Ltd, which they describe as ‘affordable, energy-efficient, quick to build volumetric housing solutions’. They are built to the Scottish Building Regulations Gold Standard and are intended to demonstrate the potential of super-efficient, factory-finished, configurable dwellings.<br /> <br /> [[File:Userhuus.jpg|link=https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=2&amp;amp;v=f2GxS8ACQDs]]<br /> <br /> [Image links to YouTube footage of the installation process]<br /> <br /> The volumetric units were factory built in Wales, including services, fittings and decoration. The 4.9m x 11.4m modules were then transported by lorry to be laid on pre-prepared foundations. They can be assembled into units of up to five storeys in detached, terraced, tenement, semi-detached and four-in-a-block configurations. The units use a structural insulated panel system (SIPs) and include a whole-house mechanical heat recovery ventilation (MHVR) system, with wall-mounted electric panel heaters and achieve an EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) B rating.<br /> <br /> The standard house types aim to deliver energy bills estimated at £300-500 per annum for energy and space heating, and with the addition of a building-integrated, photovoltaic “terra cotta” roof can produce supplementary energy.<br /> <br /> The units cost less than £1000 per square meter, and, being prefabricated, can be ready for occupation sooner than traditional housing, generating an early revenue stream for developers.<br /> <br /> Director of the BRE Innovation Park Dr David Kelly said, ‘We have a chronic shortage of housing in the UK – we need to deliver 250,000 homes a year to meet market demand – last year we managed 118,000, less than half. We need to find new and better ways to deliver and these homes are a step in the right direction. What is really impressive about the home aside from its affordability and sustainability is that it reduces end to end construction time by half, so 8 weeks from factory to completion on site – currently the average home takes a minimum of 16 weeks to build. This approach could really help us make significant progress with volume delivery.’<br /> <br /> Dr. Stephen Wittkopf, Managing Director, Üserhuus AG, commented ‘The future of architectural design lies with the integration of renewable energy technologies. The project on the BRE Innovation Park is showcasing a first-in-the-UK integrated, terracotta style cladding and roofing PV system which points the way for future housing – we are looking forward to seeing how it performs….’<br /> <br /> The Üserhuus/Tigh Grian concept has been commissioned for use on a 50 unit housing development in Alva Scotland, with construction starting later in 2015.<br /> <br /> --[[User:BRE_Group|BRE]].<br /> <br /> = Find out more =<br /> <br /> === Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ===<br /> <br /> * Building Research Establishment.<br /> * BRE articles on Designing Buildings Wiki.<br /> * Design for deconstruction, BRE modular show house.<br /> * Energy Performance Certificate.<br /> * Kit house.<br /> * Modular building.<br /> * Prefabrication.<br /> * WikiHouse.<br /> * Y:Cube development in Mitcham.<br /> * Y:Cube.<br /> <br /> === External references. ===<br /> <br /> * [http://www.bre.co.uk/news/New-housing-concept-delivers-on-cost-quality-and-sustainability-and-cuts-construction-time-in-half--1104.html New housing concept delivers on cost, quality and sustainability and cuts construction time in half, BRE 11/9/2015].<br /> * [https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=2&amp;amp;v=f2GxS8ACQDs Youtube, The build of the Üserhuus at BRE, seen from our structures lab roof].<br /> <br /> [[Category:Sustainability]] [[Category:Products_/_components]]</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Design_for_deconstruction 2016-01-01T10:27:17Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>To help develop this article, click ‘Edit this article’ above.<br /> <br /> = Introduction =<br /> <br /> Design for deconstruction is an important part of green design and a consideration of the complete life-cycle of a structure. It includes provisions for the re-use of building components at the end of a structure’s life. Design for deconstruction works alongside other considerations such as sustainable design and recycling.<br /> <br /> = Benefits =<br /> <br /> The benefits of design for deconstruction include:<br /> <br /> * Reduction in the whole-life environmental impact of a project.<br /> * Minimising construction waste.<br /> * Minimising costs.<br /> * Helping the local economy.<br /> * Reducing transportation.<br /> * Reducing carbon impact.<br /> * Minimising pollution.<br /> * Reducing the quantity of materials being taken to landfill.<br /> <br /> = Design principles =<br /> <br /> Ten common principles in the design for deconstruction process are:<br /> <br /> * Design for prefabrication, preassembly and modular construction: Prefabricated units are easily deconstructed and can be transported in large units. Additionally, modular construction materials allow for large quantities to be transported in one journey.<br /> * Simplify and standardise connection details: This allows for efficient construction and deconstruction and reduces the need for multiple tools.<br /> * Simplify and separate building systems: Separating out the distribution systems within non-structural walls can allow for selective removal of the low-value components. Consolidating plumbing services will also reduce the lengths of pipe required.<br /> * Consideration of worker safety: The design should aim to reduce potential hazards and the use of potentially hazardous materials.<br /> * Minimise building parts and materials: The design should aim to minimise the amount of building materials and equipment required.<br /> * Select fittings, fasteners, adhesives, sealants etc that allow for disassembly.<br /> * Design to allow for deconstruction logistics: Small design tweaks can allow for significant improvements in waste-removal efficiency.<br /> * Reduce building complexity: This will reduce costs and improve buildability as well as simplifying the deconstruction process.<br /> * Design with reusable materials: Consideration of materials that are adaptable and will be useful in the future. Materials such as wood, steel members, brick and carpet tiles can easily be reused or refurbished.<br /> * Design for flexibility and adaptability: The design should consider any future renovations or adaptations that may be required to extend the life of the building.<br /> <br /> = Construction plan =<br /> <br /> A detailed deconstruction plan should be produced and issued to all parties at the beginning of any contract to ensure that construction processes will allow the deconstruction plan to be successful. The plan should include:<br /> <br /> * A statement of strategy for the building/project.<br /> * A list of building elements and how they will be best reused/reclaimed/recycled.<br /> * Instructions on the deconstruction of elements.<br /> <br /> = Case study - Olympic and Paralympic Games Village, Stratford =<br /> <br /> During the London 2012 Olympics, temporary accommodation was required for 17,000 athletes. The design complied with the Code for Sustainable Homes (CfSH) Level 4 residential units. Following the games, the accommodation was retrofitted into new homes. Some of the key approaches to the design included:<br /> <br /> * Cladding panels were interchangeable and generally full storey in height.<br /> * The bathrooms, kitchens, facades and balconies were manufactured off-site.<br /> * The partitions were movable so that spaces could be reconfigured.<br /> <br /> = Find out more =<br /> <br /> === Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki. ===<br /> <br /> * Circular economy.<br /> * Climate Change Act.<br /> * Cradle to cradle product registry system.<br /> * Design for deconstruction, BRE modular show house.<br /> * Emission rates.<br /> * Energy targets.<br /> * Kit house.<br /> * Lean construction.<br /> * Mean Lean Green.<br /> * Modular buildings.<br /> * Off-site prefabrication of buildings: A guide to connection choices.<br /> * Prefabrication.<br /> * Site waste management plan.<br /> * Smart cities.<br /> * Sustainability.<br /> * Sustainable materials<br /> <br /> === External references ===<br /> <br /> * [http://www.wrap.org.uk/content/design-deconstruction-and-flexibility WRAP].<br /> * [http://www.seda.uk.net/assets/files/guides/dfd.pdf SEDA Design for Deconstruction guide].<br /> <br /> [[Category:Articles_needing_more_work]] [[Category:Construction_techniques]] [[Category:Design]]</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:BRE_Buzz 2016-01-01T10:26:25Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>BRE Buzz is an online community showcasing BRE's world-leading science, research, training and knowledge generation. It allows users to discover, learn and share their thoughts.<br /> <br /> [[Building_Research_Establishment_BRE|BRE]] is a world-leading building science centre that generates new knowledge through research. This is used to create products, tools and standards that drive positive change across the built environment. BRE helps government and private sector clients meet the significant environmental, social and economic challenges they face in delivering homes, buildings and communities.<br /> <br /> BRE is owned by the [[BRE_Trust|BRE Trust]], a registered charity. The Trust uses the profits made by the BRE companies to fund research and education that advances knowledge of the built environment.<br /> <br /> Articles by BRE Buzz on Designing Buildings Wiki:<br /> <br /> * [[3D_printed_Cool_Bricks|3D printed Cool Bricks.]]<br /> * [[Design_for_deconstruction,_BRE_modular_show_house|Design for deconstruction, BRE modular show house]]. December 2015.<br /> * [[Developing_system_intelligence_for_optimising_building_electricity_networks|Developing system intelligence for optimising building electricity networks]].<br /> * [[Do_green_buildings_pay%3F|Do green buildings pay?]]<br /> * [[Environmental_product_declaration|Environmental product declaration.]]<br /> * [[Open_data_-_how_can_it_aid_the_development_of_the_construction_industry%3F|Open data - how can it aid the development of the construction industry?]]<br /> * [[Pre-demolition_and_pre-refurbishment_audits|Pre-demolition and pre-refurbishment audits.]]<br /> * [[Project_SHOUT|Project SHOUT.]]<br /> * [[Radon|Radon]].<br /> * [[Smart_facades|Smart facades]].<br /> * [[The_Hive|The Hive.]]<br /> * [[Use_of_lighting_to_improve_health_and_wellbeing|Use of lighting to improve health and wellbeing]].</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Articles_required 2015-12-18T16:43:19Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>This is a list of articles that are needed on Designing Buildings Wiki.<br /> <br /> * If you are writing one of these articles, please put your initials in the notes next to the title, so that others do not start writing the same article.<br /> * When you have finished an article, delete it from the list.<br /> * If you have ideas for other articles, add them to the list.<br /> <br /> -----<br /> {|<br /> |width=&quot;50%&quot;|Title<br /> |width=&quot;50%&quot;|Notes<br /> |-<br /> |Accounts<br /> |<br /> |-<br /> |Accredited construction details<br /> |<br /> |-<br /> |Acquisitions<br /> |<br /> |-<br /> |Approved document B<br /> |<br /> |-<br /> |Approvals (home office …environmental health etc)<br /> |Statutory approvals exists<br /> |-<br /> |Articles of agreement<br /> |<br /> |-<br /> |Audit<br /> |<br /> |-<br /> |BACS - Building Automation and Control System<br /> |<br /> |-<br /> |Best value<br /> |<br /> |-<br /> |Bidding<br /> |<br /> |-<br /> |BS 9999: Code of practice for fire safety in the design, management and use of buildings<br /> |<br /> |-<br /> |Building automation<br /> |CW<br /> |-<br /> |Building survey<br /> |<br /> |-<br /> |Buildings archaeology<br /> |Buildings not sites<br /> |-<br /> |Bungalow<br /> |<br /> |-<br /> |Caisson<br /> |<br /> |-<br /> |Certificate of lawfulness<br /> |Is this the same as a Lawful development certificate? 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BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Articles_required 2015-12-18T16:41:11Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>This is a list of articles that are needed on Designing Buildings Wiki.<br /> <br /> * If you are writing one of these articles, please put your initials in the notes next to the title, so that others do not start writing the same article.<br /> * When you have finished an article, delete it from the list.<br /> * If you have ideas for other articles, add them to the list.<br /> <br /> -----<br /> {|<br /> |width=&quot;50%&quot;|Title<br /> |width=&quot;50%&quot;|Notes<br /> |-<br /> |Accounts<br /> |<br /> |-<br /> |Accredited construction details<br /> |<br /> |-<br /> |Acquisitions<br /> |<br /> |-<br /> |Approved document B<br /> |<br /> |-<br /> |Approvals (home office …environmental health etc)<br /> |Statutory approvals exists<br /> |-<br /> |Articles of agreement<br /> |<br /> |-<br /> |Audit<br /> |<br /> |-<br /> |BACS - Building Automation and Control System<br /> |<br /> |-<br /> |Best value<br /> |<br /> |-<br /> |Bidding<br /> |<br /> |-<br /> |BS 9999: Code of practice for fire safety in the design, management and use of buildings<br /> |<br /> |-<br /> |Building automation<br /> |CW<br /> |-<br /> |Building survey<br /> |<br /> |-<br /> |Buildings archaeology<br /> |Buildings not sites<br /> |-<br /> |Bungalow<br /> |<br /> |-<br /> |Caisson<br /> |<br /> |-<br /> |Certificate of lawfulness<br /> |Is this the same as a Lawful development certificate? 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BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:BRE_Buzz 2015-12-18T16:39:50Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>BRE Buzz is an online community showcasing BRE's world-leading science, research, training and knowledge generation. It allows users to discover, learn and share their thoughts.<br /> <br /> [[Building_Research_Establishment_BRE|BRE]] is a world-leading building science centre that generates new knowledge through research. This is used to create products, tools and standards that drive positive change across the built environment. BRE helps government and private sector clients meet the significant environmental, social and economic challenges they face in delivering homes, buildings and communities.<br /> <br /> BRE is owned by the [[BRE_Trust|BRE Trust]], a registered charity. The Trust uses the profits made by the BRE companies to fund research and education that advances knowledge of the built environment.<br /> <br /> Articles by BRE Buzz on Designing Buildings Wiki:<br /> <br /> * [[3D_printed_Cool_Bricks|3D printed Cool Bricks.]]<br /> * [[Developing_system_intelligence_for_optimising_building_electricity_networks|Developing system intelligence for optimising building electricity networks]].<br /> * [[Do_green_buildings_pay%3F|Do green buildings pay?]]<br /> * [[Environmental_product_declaration|Environmental product declaration.]]<br /> * [[Open_data_-_how_can_it_aid_the_development_of_the_construction_industry?|Open data - how can it aid the development of the construction industry?]]<br /> * [[Pre-demolition_and_pre-refurbishment_audits|Pre-demolition and pre-refurbishment audits.]]<br /> * [[Project_SHOUT|Project SHOUT.]]<br /> * [[Radon|Radon]].<br /> * [[Smart_facades|Smart facades]].<br /> * [[The_Hive|The Hive.]]<br /> * [[Use_of_lighting_to_improve_health_and_wellbeing|Use of lighting to improve health and wellbeing]].</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Gatwick_second_runway 2015-12-17T10:57:38Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>[[File:Shutterstock_157358243_cropped.jpg|link=File:Shutterstock_157358243_cropped.jpg]]<br /> <br /> = Introduction =<br /> <br /> The Airports Commission, chaired by Sir Howard Davies, published its interim report on London Airport options in December 2013 shortlisting Gatwick Airport as a potential option for expansion. Gatwick currently operates on one take off and landing runway with two terminals linked by an overland transit shuttle, handling some 42 million passengers per year.<br /> <br /> In a 1979 binding agreement with West Sussex County Council (the regional planning authority), the Airport is prevented from expanding by introducing a second runway until 2019. However this does not prevent the airport from carrying out design and commencing the planning process to develop a second runway. The 1979 agreement also established a safeguarded area that restricted development south of the airport leaving an option for future expansion post 2019. The Airport Commission will deliver its final report and recommendations to the government in 2015.<br /> <br /> On April 4th 2014 Gatwick Airport published three options for public consultation.<br /> <br /> = Option 1 =<br /> <br /> A new 3.4km runway 585m parallel and south of the existing runway.<br /> <br /> Option 1 would allow one runway to be used for landings and the other for take offs. Passenger growth would be accommodated by expanding the existing north terminal southwards and creating a new remote pier to the west served by a shuttle. A new short term multi-story car park would be built for each of the north and south terminals.<br /> <br /> This is the cheapest option requiring least land (an additional 388 hectares) and causes the least aircraft disturbance in terms of noise to the local population. However operationally it delivers less capacity than the other options because of its closer proximity to the existing runway. The calculated maximum capacity of this option would increase passenger traffic by 24 million persons per annum. This would peak at 70 aircraft movements every hour, allowing 389,000 flight movement per annum.<br /> <br /> = Option 2 =<br /> <br /> A new 3.4km runway 1,045m parallel and south of the existing runway.<br /> <br /> Passenger growth under this option would be achieved by building a new third terminal between the two runways. The new terminal would be built near the rail link to the east end of the runways and have its own accesses from the M23 and A23. It would support three new multi-story short-term car parks and require an additional 573 hectares of land virtually wiping out the commercial buildings on Lowfield Heath. Some land required for this option is outside the safeguarded area defined in the 1979 agreement. The shuttle would be extended, have more carriages and greater frequency to link all three terminals.<br /> <br /> As well as being more expensive than option 1, option 2 has the effect of noise disturbance to the local population in an extra half mile band to the south. This option would raise noise levels over North Crawley, North Horsham and East Grinstead and puts the flight path right over Rusper village which is some 65m above the runway level and only some 6kms from take off and landing points at the west end of the new runway.<br /> <br /> Under this option, one runway would be used for landings and the other for take offs. This option would increase passenger traffic by 40 million persons per annum and would peak at 85 aircraft movements per hour, allowing 483,000 flights per annum.<br /> <br /> = Option 3 =<br /> <br /> This option comprises much the same infrastructure as option 2 with the addition of an extra short-term multi-story car park, but operationally both runways would be used for takeoff and landings.<br /> <br /> This would have the widest effect in relation to noise. Whereas during landings the planes tend to steer a narrow passage prior to touchdown, on take off they tend to turn for their destinations long before gaining height. So simultaneously using two runways a mile apart for takeoff would effect a larger catchment area over the course of a day than if only one was in use. However it should be noted that for 76% of the year the prevailing west winds ensure that landings and take offs are from east to west, into the wind. As a result, it is the less populated areas to the west of the runways that would experience the brunt of additional aircraft noise caused by the new runway and doubling of aircraft movements. This option would more than double passengers currently using Gatwick by increasing passenger traffic by 47 million persons per annum. This would peak at 95 aircraft movements per hour, allowing 513,000 aircraft movements per annum.<br /> <br /> = Conclusion =<br /> <br /> Realistically it seems there are only two options – options 1 and 3. Option 3 offers the most efficient use of the two runways and it would likely only be a matter of time before capacity demand would force a switch to the most efficient use of the infrastructure. Operational policies can change at any time whatever is promised in the consultation stage. Option 3 is Gatwick’s preferred option.<br /> <br /> Currently some 4,400 households around Gatwick airport experience intrusive noise contour levels above 54dBLAeq 16 hr. Even if no further residences were to be built in the area, Option 3 would lift the figure to 17,300 households. However, it seem likely that economics will triumph over such issues. Currently Gatwick contributes £2 billion per annum to the UK economy and provides over 20,000 jobs to the local economy. Option 3 would double these figures, and so whatever objections are raised in the local consultation process, they may be considered less important than the economic needs of aviation expansion serving the nation as a whole.<br /> <br /> NB In December 2015, the government announced that a final decision will not be made until summer 2016 at the earliest.<br /> <br /> = Find out more =<br /> <br /> === Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ===<br /> <br /> * Thames estuary hub airport.<br /> * Procurement of Heathrow T5.<br /> <br /> [[Category:Projects_and_case_studies]]</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/BRE_articles_on_Designing_Buildings_Wiki 2015-12-17T10:15:48Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>Articles added to Designing Buildings Wiki by --[User:BRE_Group BRE] include:<br /> <br /> -----<br /> # [[A_case_study_of_adopting_BIT-Kit:_A_method_uncovering_the_impact_buildings_have_on_people|A case study of adopting BIT-Kit: A method uncovering the impact buildings have on people]].<br /> # A measure of net well-being that incorporates the effect of housing environmental impacts.<br /> # Adapting 1965-1980 semi-detached dwellings in the UK to reduce summer overheating and the effect of the 2010 Building Regulations.<br /> # Airtightness of energy efficient buildings.<br /> # [[Anatomy_of_low_carbon_retrofits:_evidence_from_owner-occupied_superhomes|Anatomy of low carbon retrofits: evidence from owner-occupied superhomes]].<br /> # BES 6001 Responsible sourcing of construction products.<br /> # BIM – it’s about the Planet.<br /> # Biodiversity in the urban environment.<br /> # Bluetooth<br /> # Bottom-up approach to address the challenges of low-carbon eco-cites.<br /> # BRE articles on Designing Buildings Wiki.<br /> # BRE Expert Collection 6 Daylight and shading.<br /> # BRE National Solar Centre.<br /> # BRE Trust Review 2014.<br /> # BRE Üserhuus.<br /> # BRE wellbeing research paper competition.<br /> # BREEAM extends coverage of VOC schemes to a number of European-based schemes.<br /> # Building Research Establishment BRE.<br /> # Code of Practice for Grid Connected Solar Photovoltaic Systems.<br /> # Creating strong communities – measuring social sustainability in new housing development.<br /> # Daylight benefits in healthcare buildings.<br /> # Domestic micro-generation.<br /> # Electricity supply.<br /> # Embedded security: Procuring an effective facility protective security system. December 2015.<br /> # Glossary of electrical terms<br /> # Health and wellbeing impacts of natural and artificial lighting.<br /> # Home quality mark.<br /> # Integrated modelling, simulation and visualisation (MSV) for sustainable built healing environments (BHEs).<br /> # Lighting and health infographic.<br /> # Micro-grids<br /> # Power over ethernet<br /> # Power over USB<br /> # PV inverter.<br /> # RetrofitLab App.<br /> # Smart meter<br /> # The cost of poor housing to the NHS.<br /> # The daylight factor.<br /> # The design of extra care housing for older people and its impact on wellbeing: The East Sussex perspective.<br /> # The Future of Electricity in Domestic Buildings<br /> # The impact of the design of the Psychiatric inpatient facility on perceptions of Carer wellbeing.<br /> # The real cost of poor housing.<br /> # Transitioning to eco-cities: Reducing carbon emissions while improving urban welfare.<br /> # Ubiquitous sensors to assess people’s energy consumption and wellbeing in domestic environments.<br /> # Visual alarm devices - their effectiveness in warning of fire.<br /> # Wellbeing and buildings<br /> # [[Well-being_and_Regeneration:_Reflections_from_Carpenters_Estate|Well-being and regeneration: Reflections from Carpenters Estate]].<br /> # WiFi<br /> # WiMax<br /> # ZigBee<br /> <br /> Associated files:<br /> <br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:David_Strong_(1of2)The_Daylight_Factor_TSB-BRE_paper_v_3.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:David Strong (1of2)The Daylight Factor TSB-BRE paper v 3.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:David_Strong_(2of2)Daylight_Benefits_in_Healthcare_buildings_TSB-BRE_v_1.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:David Strong (2of2)Daylight Benefits in Healthcare buildings TSB-BRE v 1.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Emeka_Osaji_Integrated_MSV_for_Sustainable_BHEs_Osaji_JSTAN_2013.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:Emeka Osaji Integrated MSV for Sustainable BHEs Osaji JSTAN 2013.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Marney_Walker_Design_of_Extra_Care_impact_on_wellbeing_ESCC_140214.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:Marney Walker Design of Extra Care impact on wellbeing ESCC 140214.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Michal_Kraus_Airtightness_of_Energy_Efficient_Buildings.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:Michal Kraus Airtightness of Energy Efficient Buildings.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Simon_Nicol_APNHR_Quantifying_the_Cost_of_Poor_Housing_in_England_May_2013_2_col_vers_29_5_13.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:Simon Nicol APNHR Quantifying the Cost of Poor Housing in England May 2013 2 col vers 29 5 13.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Stephanie_Butcher_Well-Being_and_Regeneration.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:Stephanie Butcher Well-Being and Regeneration.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Stephanie_Gauthier_Ubiquitous_senors_to_assess_peoples_energy_consumption_and_wellbing_in_domestic_environments.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:Stephanie Gauthier Ubiquitous senors to assess peoples energy consumption and wellbing in domestic environments.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:The_Future_of_Electricity_in_Domestic_Buildings.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:The Future of Electricity in Domestic Buildings.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Tim_Dixon_BRE_UBM_Competition_TD_SW.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:Tim Dixon BRE UBM Competition TD SW.pdf]]<br /> <br /> See also [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/User:BRE_Buzz%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|BRE Buzz artilces on Designing Buildings Wiki]].<br /> <br /> [[Category:Site_Information]]</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/BRE_articles_on_Designing_Buildings_Wiki 2015-12-17T10:14:04Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>Articles added to Designing Buildings Wiki by --[User:BRE_Group BRE] include:<br /> <br /> -----<br /> # [[A_case_study_of_adopting_BIT-Kit:_A_method_uncovering_the_impact_buildings_have_on_people|A case study of adopting BIT-Kit: A method uncovering the impact buildings have on people]].<br /> # A measure of net well-being that incorporates the effect of housing environmental impacts.<br /> # Adapting 1965-1980 semi-detached dwellings in the UK to reduce summer overheating and the effect of the 2010 Building Regulations.<br /> # Airtightness of energy efficient buildings.<br /> # [[Anatomy_of_low_carbon_retrofits:_evidence_from_owner-occupied_superhomes|Anatomy of low carbon retrofits: evidence from owner-occupied superhomes]].<br /> # BES 6001 Responsible sourcing of construction products.<br /> # BIM – it’s about the Planet.<br /> # Biodiversity in the urban environment.<br /> # Bluetooth<br /> # Bottom-up approach to address the challenges of low-carbon eco-cites.<br /> # BRE articles on Designing Buildings Wiki.<br /> # BRE Expert Collection 6 Daylight and shading.<br /> # BRE National Solar Centre.<br /> # BRE Trust Review 2014.<br /> # BRE Üserhuus.<br /> # BRE wellbeing research paper competition.<br /> # BREEAM extends coverage of VOC schemes to a number of European-based schemes.<br /> # Building Research Establishment BRE.<br /> # Code of Practice for Grid Connected Solar Photovoltaic Systems.<br /> # Creating strong communities – measuring social sustainability in new housing development.<br /> # Daylight benefits in healthcare buildings.<br /> # Domestic micro-generation.<br /> # Electricity supply.<br /> # Embedded security: Procuring an effective facility protective security system. December 2015.<br /> # Glossary of electrical terms<br /> # Health and wellbeing impacts of natural and artificial lighting.<br /> # Home quality mark.<br /> # Integrated modelling, simulation and visualisation (MSV) for sustainable built healing environments (BHEs).<br /> # Lighting and health infographic.<br /> # Micro-grids<br /> # Power over ethernet<br /> # Power over USB<br /> # PV inverter<br /> # Smart meter<br /> # The cost of poor housing to the NHS.<br /> # The daylight factor.<br /> # The design of extra care housing for older people and its impact on wellbeing: The East Sussex perspective.<br /> # The Future of Electricity in Domestic Buildings<br /> # The impact of the design of the Psychiatric inpatient facility on perceptions of Carer wellbeing.<br /> # The real cost of poor housing.<br /> # Transitioning to eco-cities: Reducing carbon emissions while improving urban welfare.<br /> # Ubiquitous sensors to assess people’s energy consumption and wellbeing in domestic environments.<br /> # Visual alarm devices - their effectiveness in warning of fire.<br /> # Wellbeing and buildings<br /> # [[Well-being_and_Regeneration:_Reflections_from_Carpenters_Estate|Well-being and regeneration: Reflections from Carpenters Estate]].<br /> # WiFi<br /> # WiMax<br /> # ZigBee<br /> <br /> Associated files:<br /> <br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:David_Strong_(1of2)The_Daylight_Factor_TSB-BRE_paper_v_3.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:David Strong (1of2)The Daylight Factor TSB-BRE paper v 3.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:David_Strong_(2of2)Daylight_Benefits_in_Healthcare_buildings_TSB-BRE_v_1.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:David Strong (2of2)Daylight Benefits in Healthcare buildings TSB-BRE v 1.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Emeka_Osaji_Integrated_MSV_for_Sustainable_BHEs_Osaji_JSTAN_2013.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:Emeka Osaji Integrated MSV for Sustainable BHEs Osaji JSTAN 2013.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Marney_Walker_Design_of_Extra_Care_impact_on_wellbeing_ESCC_140214.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:Marney Walker Design of Extra Care impact on wellbeing ESCC 140214.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Michal_Kraus_Airtightness_of_Energy_Efficient_Buildings.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:Michal Kraus Airtightness of Energy Efficient Buildings.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Simon_Nicol_APNHR_Quantifying_the_Cost_of_Poor_Housing_in_England_May_2013_2_col_vers_29_5_13.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:Simon Nicol APNHR Quantifying the Cost of Poor Housing in England May 2013 2 col vers 29 5 13.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Stephanie_Butcher_Well-Being_and_Regeneration.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:Stephanie Butcher Well-Being and Regeneration.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Stephanie_Gauthier_Ubiquitous_senors_to_assess_peoples_energy_consumption_and_wellbing_in_domestic_environments.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:Stephanie Gauthier Ubiquitous senors to assess peoples energy consumption and wellbing in domestic environments.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:The_Future_of_Electricity_in_Domestic_Buildings.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:The Future of Electricity in Domestic Buildings.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Tim_Dixon_BRE_UBM_Competition_TD_SW.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:Tim Dixon BRE UBM Competition TD SW.pdf]]<br /> <br /> See also [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/User:BRE_Buzz%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|BRE Buzz artilces on Designing Buildings Wiki]].<br /> <br /> [[Category:Site_Information]]</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/BRE_articles_on_Designing_Buildings_Wiki 2015-12-17T10:12:50Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>Articles added to Designing Buildings Wiki by --[User:BRE_Group BRE] include:<br /> <br /> -----<br /> # [[A_case_study_of_adopting_BIT-Kit:_A_method_uncovering_the_impact_buildings_have_on_people|A case study of adopting BIT-Kit: A method uncovering the impact buildings have on people]].<br /> # A measure of net well-being that incorporates the effect of housing environmental impacts.<br /> # Adapting 1965-1980 semi-detached dwellings in the UK to reduce summer overheating and the effect of the 2010 Building Regulations.<br /> # Airtightness of energy efficient buildings.<br /> # [[Anatomy_of_low_carbon_retrofits:_evidence_from_owner-occupied_superhomes|Anatomy of low carbon retrofits: evidence from owner-occupied superhomes]].<br /> # BES 6001 Responsible sourcing of construction products.<br /> # BIM – it’s about the Planet.<br /> # Biodiversity in the urban environment.<br /> # Bluetooth<br /> # Bottom-up approach to address the challenges of low-carbon eco-cites.<br /> # BRE articles on Designing Buildings Wiki.<br /> # BRE Expert Collection 6 Daylight and shading.<br /> # BRE National Solar Centre.<br /> # BRE Trust Review 2014.<br /> # BRE Üserhuus.<br /> # BRE wellbeing research paper competition.<br /> # BREEAM extends coverage of VOC schemes to a number of European-based schemes.<br /> # Building Research Establishment BRE.<br /> # Code of Practice for Grid Connected Solar Photovoltaic Systems.<br /> # Creating strong communities – measuring social sustainability in new housing development.<br /> # Daylight benefits in healthcare buildings.<br /> # Domestic micro-generation.<br /> # Electricity supply.<br /> # Embedded security: Procuring an effective facility protective security system. December 2015.<br /> # Glossary of electrical terms<br /> # Health and wellbeing impacts of natural and artificial lighting<br /> # Integrated modelling, simulation and visualisation (MSV) for sustainable built healing environments (BHEs).<br /> # Lighting and health infographic.<br /> # Micro-grids<br /> # Power over ethernet<br /> # Power over USB<br /> # PV inverter<br /> # Smart meter<br /> # The cost of poor housing to the NHS.<br /> # The daylight factor.<br /> # The design of extra care housing for older people and its impact on wellbeing: The East Sussex perspective.<br /> # The Future of Electricity in Domestic Buildings<br /> # The impact of the design of the Psychiatric inpatient facility on perceptions of Carer wellbeing.<br /> # The real cost of poor housing.<br /> # Transitioning to eco-cities: Reducing carbon emissions while improving urban welfare.<br /> # Ubiquitous sensors to assess people’s energy consumption and wellbeing in domestic environments.<br /> # Visual alarm devices - their effectiveness in warning of fire.<br /> # Wellbeing and buildings<br /> # [[Well-being_and_Regeneration:_Reflections_from_Carpenters_Estate|Well-being and regeneration: Reflections from Carpenters Estate]].<br /> # WiFi<br /> # WiMax<br /> # ZigBee<br /> <br /> Associated files:<br /> <br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:David_Strong_(1of2)The_Daylight_Factor_TSB-BRE_paper_v_3.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:David Strong (1of2)The Daylight Factor TSB-BRE paper v 3.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:David_Strong_(2of2)Daylight_Benefits_in_Healthcare_buildings_TSB-BRE_v_1.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:David Strong (2of2)Daylight Benefits in Healthcare buildings TSB-BRE v 1.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Emeka_Osaji_Integrated_MSV_for_Sustainable_BHEs_Osaji_JSTAN_2013.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:Emeka Osaji Integrated MSV for Sustainable BHEs Osaji JSTAN 2013.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Marney_Walker_Design_of_Extra_Care_impact_on_wellbeing_ESCC_140214.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:Marney Walker Design of Extra Care impact on wellbeing ESCC 140214.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Michal_Kraus_Airtightness_of_Energy_Efficient_Buildings.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:Michal Kraus Airtightness of Energy Efficient Buildings.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Simon_Nicol_APNHR_Quantifying_the_Cost_of_Poor_Housing_in_England_May_2013_2_col_vers_29_5_13.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:Simon Nicol APNHR Quantifying the Cost of Poor Housing in England May 2013 2 col vers 29 5 13.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Stephanie_Butcher_Well-Being_and_Regeneration.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:Stephanie Butcher Well-Being and Regeneration.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Stephanie_Gauthier_Ubiquitous_senors_to_assess_peoples_energy_consumption_and_wellbing_in_domestic_environments.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:Stephanie Gauthier Ubiquitous senors to assess peoples energy consumption and wellbing in domestic environments.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:The_Future_of_Electricity_in_Domestic_Buildings.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:The Future of Electricity in Domestic Buildings.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Tim_Dixon_BRE_UBM_Competition_TD_SW.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:Tim Dixon BRE UBM Competition TD SW.pdf]]<br /> <br /> See also [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/User:BRE_Buzz%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|BRE Buzz artilces on Designing Buildings Wiki]].<br /> <br /> [[Category:Site_Information]]</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/BRE_articles_on_Designing_Buildings_Wiki 2015-12-17T10:10:39Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>Articles added to Designing Buildings Wiki by --[User:BRE_Group BRE] include:<br /> <br /> -----<br /> # [[A_case_study_of_adopting_BIT-Kit:_A_method_uncovering_the_impact_buildings_have_on_people|A case study of adopting BIT-Kit: A method uncovering the impact buildings have on people]].<br /> # A measure of net well-being that incorporates the effect of housing environmental impacts.<br /> # Adapting 1965-1980 semi-detached dwellings in the UK to reduce summer overheating and the effect of the 2010 Building Regulations.<br /> # Airtightness of energy efficient buildings.<br /> # [[Anatomy_of_low_carbon_retrofits:_evidence_from_owner-occupied_superhomes|Anatomy of low carbon retrofits: evidence from owner-occupied superhomes]].<br /> # BES 6001 Responsible sourcing of construction products.<br /> # BIM – it’s about the Planet.<br /> # Biodiversity in the urban environment.<br /> # Bluetooth<br /> # Bottom-up approach to address the challenges of low-carbon eco-cites.<br /> # BRE articles on Designing Buildings Wiki.<br /> # BRE Expert Collection 6 Daylight and shading.<br /> # BRE National Solar Centre.<br /> # BRE Trust Review 2014.<br /> # BRE Üserhuus.<br /> # BRE wellbeing research paper competition.<br /> # Building Research Establishment BRE.<br /> # Code of Practice for Grid Connected Solar Photovoltaic Systems.<br /> # Creating strong communities – measuring social sustainability in new housing development.<br /> # Daylight benefits in healthcare buildings.<br /> # Domestic micro-generation.<br /> # Electricity supply.<br /> # Embedded security: Procuring an effective facility protective security system. December 2015.<br /> # Glossary of electrical terms<br /> # Health and wellbeing impacts of natural and artificial lighting<br /> # Integrated modelling, simulation and visualisation (MSV) for sustainable built healing environments (BHEs).<br /> # Lighting and health infographic.<br /> # Micro-grids<br /> # Power over ethernet<br /> # Power over USB<br /> # PV inverter<br /> # Smart meter<br /> # The cost of poor housing to the NHS.<br /> # The daylight factor.<br /> # The design of extra care housing for older people and its impact on wellbeing: The East Sussex perspective.<br /> # The Future of Electricity in Domestic Buildings<br /> # The impact of the design of the Psychiatric inpatient facility on perceptions of Carer wellbeing.<br /> # The real cost of poor housing.<br /> # Transitioning to eco-cities: Reducing carbon emissions while improving urban welfare.<br /> # Ubiquitous sensors to assess people’s energy consumption and wellbeing in domestic environments.<br /> # Visual alarm devices - their effectiveness in warning of fire.<br /> # Wellbeing and buildings<br /> # [[Well-being_and_Regeneration:_Reflections_from_Carpenters_Estate|Well-being and regeneration: Reflections from Carpenters Estate]].<br /> # WiFi<br /> # WiMax<br /> # ZigBee<br /> <br /> Associated files:<br /> <br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:David_Strong_(1of2)The_Daylight_Factor_TSB-BRE_paper_v_3.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:David Strong (1of2)The Daylight Factor TSB-BRE paper v 3.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:David_Strong_(2of2)Daylight_Benefits_in_Healthcare_buildings_TSB-BRE_v_1.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:David Strong (2of2)Daylight Benefits in Healthcare buildings TSB-BRE v 1.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Emeka_Osaji_Integrated_MSV_for_Sustainable_BHEs_Osaji_JSTAN_2013.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:Emeka Osaji Integrated MSV for Sustainable BHEs Osaji JSTAN 2013.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Marney_Walker_Design_of_Extra_Care_impact_on_wellbeing_ESCC_140214.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:Marney Walker Design of Extra Care impact on wellbeing ESCC 140214.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Michal_Kraus_Airtightness_of_Energy_Efficient_Buildings.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:Michal Kraus Airtightness of Energy Efficient Buildings.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Simon_Nicol_APNHR_Quantifying_the_Cost_of_Poor_Housing_in_England_May_2013_2_col_vers_29_5_13.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:Simon Nicol APNHR Quantifying the Cost of Poor Housing in England May 2013 2 col vers 29 5 13.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Stephanie_Butcher_Well-Being_and_Regeneration.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:Stephanie Butcher Well-Being and Regeneration.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Stephanie_Gauthier_Ubiquitous_senors_to_assess_peoples_energy_consumption_and_wellbing_in_domestic_environments.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:Stephanie Gauthier Ubiquitous senors to assess peoples energy consumption and wellbing in domestic environments.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:The_Future_of_Electricity_in_Domestic_Buildings.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:The Future of Electricity in Domestic Buildings.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Tim_Dixon_BRE_UBM_Competition_TD_SW.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1|File:Tim Dixon BRE UBM Competition TD SW.pdf]]<br /> <br /> See also [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/User:BRE_Buzz%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1|BRE Buzz artilces on Designing Buildings Wiki]].<br /> <br /> [[Category:Site_Information]]</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/BRE_articles_on_Designing_Buildings_Wiki 2015-12-17T10:09:27Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>Articles added to Designing Buildings Wiki by --[User:BRE_Group BRE] include:<br /> <br /> -----<br /> # [[A_case_study_of_adopting_BIT-Kit:_A_method_uncovering_the_impact_buildings_have_on_people|A case study of adopting BIT-Kit: A method uncovering the impact buildings have on people]].<br /> # A measure of net well-being that incorporates the effect of housing environmental impacts.<br /> # Adapting 1965-1980 semi-detached dwellings in the UK to reduce summer overheating and the effect of the 2010 Building Regulations.<br /> # Airtightness of energy efficient buildings.<br /> # [[Anatomy_of_low_carbon_retrofits:_evidence_from_owner-occupied_superhomes|Anatomy of low carbon retrofits: evidence from owner-occupied superhomes]].<br /> # BES 6001 Responsible sourcing of construction products.<br /> # BIM – it’s about the Planet.<br /> # Biodiversity in the urban environment.<br /> # Bluetooth<br /> # Bottom-up approach to address the challenges of low-carbon eco-cites.<br /> # BRE articles on Designing Buildings Wiki.<br /> # BRE Expert Collection 6 Daylight and shading.<br /> # BRE National Solar Centre.<br /> # BRE wellbeing research paper competition.<br /> # BRE Trust Review 2014.<br /> # BRE Üserhuus.<br /> # Building Research Establishment BRE.<br /> # Code of Practice for Grid Connected Solar Photovoltaic Systems.<br /> # Creating strong communities – measuring social sustainability in new housing development.<br /> # Daylight benefits in healthcare buildings.<br /> # Domestic micro-generation.<br /> # Electricity supply.<br /> # Embedded security: Procuring an effective facility protective security system. December 2015.<br /> # Glossary of electrical terms<br /> # Health and wellbeing impacts of natural and artificial lighting<br /> # Integrated modelling, simulation and visualisation (MSV) for sustainable built healing environments (BHEs).<br /> # Lighting and health infographic.<br /> # Micro-grids<br /> # Power over ethernet<br /> # Power over USB<br /> # PV inverter<br /> # Smart meter<br /> # The cost of poor housing to the NHS.<br /> # The daylight factor.<br /> # The design of extra care housing for older people and its impact on wellbeing: The East Sussex perspective.<br /> # The Future of Electricity in Domestic Buildings<br /> # The impact of the design of the Psychiatric inpatient facility on perceptions of Carer wellbeing.<br /> # The real cost of poor housing.<br /> # Transitioning to eco-cities: Reducing carbon emissions while improving urban welfare.<br /> # Ubiquitous sensors to assess people’s energy consumption and wellbeing in domestic environments.<br /> # Visual alarm devices - their effectiveness in warning of fire.<br /> # Wellbeing and buildings<br /> # [[Well-being_and_Regeneration:_Reflections_from_Carpenters_Estate|Well-being and regeneration: Reflections from Carpenters Estate]].<br /> # WiFi<br /> # WiMax<br /> # ZigBee<br /> <br /> Associated files:<br /> <br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:David_Strong_(1of2)The_Daylight_Factor_TSB-BRE_paper_v_3.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1|File:David Strong (1of2)The Daylight Factor TSB-BRE paper v 3.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:David_Strong_(2of2)Daylight_Benefits_in_Healthcare_buildings_TSB-BRE_v_1.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1|File:David Strong (2of2)Daylight Benefits in Healthcare buildings TSB-BRE v 1.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Emeka_Osaji_Integrated_MSV_for_Sustainable_BHEs_Osaji_JSTAN_2013.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1|File:Emeka Osaji Integrated MSV for Sustainable BHEs Osaji JSTAN 2013.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Marney_Walker_Design_of_Extra_Care_impact_on_wellbeing_ESCC_140214.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1|File:Marney Walker Design of Extra Care impact on wellbeing ESCC 140214.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Michal_Kraus_Airtightness_of_Energy_Efficient_Buildings.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1|File:Michal Kraus Airtightness of Energy Efficient Buildings.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Simon_Nicol_APNHR_Quantifying_the_Cost_of_Poor_Housing_in_England_May_2013_2_col_vers_29_5_13.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:Simon Nicol APNHR Quantifying the Cost of Poor Housing in England May 2013 2 col vers 29 5 13.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Stephanie_Butcher_Well-Being_and_Regeneration.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1|File:Stephanie Butcher Well-Being and Regeneration.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Stephanie_Gauthier_Ubiquitous_senors_to_assess_peoples_energy_consumption_and_wellbing_in_domestic_environments.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;amp;action=edit&amp;amp;redlink=1|File:Stephanie Gauthier Ubiquitous senors to assess peoples energy consumption and wellbing in domestic environments.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:The_Future_of_Electricity_in_Domestic_Buildings.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1|File:The Future of Electricity in Domestic Buildings.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Tim_Dixon_BRE_UBM_Competition_TD_SW.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1|File:Tim Dixon BRE UBM Competition TD SW.pdf]]<br /> <br /> See also [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/User:BRE_Buzz%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1|BRE Buzz artilces on Designing Buildings Wiki]].<br /> <br /> [[Category:Site_Information]]</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/BRE_articles_on_Designing_Buildings_Wiki 2015-12-17T10:08:38Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>Articles added to Designing Buildings Wiki by --[User:BRE_Group BRE] include:<br /> <br /> -----<br /> # [[A_case_study_of_adopting_BIT-Kit:_A_method_uncovering_the_impact_buildings_have_on_people|A case study of adopting BIT-Kit: A method uncovering the impact buildings have on people]].<br /> # A measure of net well-being that incorporates the effect of housing environmental impacts.<br /> # Adapting 1965-1980 semi-detached dwellings in the UK to reduce summer overheating and the effect of the 2010 Building Regulations.<br /> # Airtightness of energy efficient buildings.<br /> # [[Anatomy_of_low_carbon_retrofits:_evidence_from_owner-occupied_superhomes|Anatomy of low carbon retrofits: evidence from owner-occupied superhomes]].<br /> # BES 6001 Responsible sourcing of construction products.<br /> # BIM – it’s about the Planet.<br /> # Bluetooth<br /> # Biodiversity in the urban environment.<br /> # Bottom-up approach to address the challenges of low-carbon eco-cites.<br /> # BRE articles on Designing Buildings Wiki.<br /> # BRE Expert Collection 6 Daylight and shading.<br /> # BRE National Solar Centre.<br /> # BRE wellbeing research paper competition.<br /> # BRE Trust Review 2014.<br /> # BRE Üserhuus.<br /> # Building Research Establishment BRE.<br /> # Code of Practice for Grid Connected Solar Photovoltaic Systems.<br /> # Creating strong communities – measuring social sustainability in new housing development.<br /> # Daylight benefits in healthcare buildings.<br /> # Domestic micro-generation.<br /> # Electricity supply.<br /> # Embedded security: Procuring an effective facility protective security system. December 2015.<br /> # Glossary of electrical terms<br /> # Health and wellbeing impacts of natural and artificial lighting<br /> # Integrated modelling, simulation and visualisation (MSV) for sustainable built healing environments (BHEs).<br /> # Lighting and health infographic.<br /> # Micro-grids<br /> # Power over ethernet<br /> # Power over USB<br /> # PV inverter<br /> # Smart meter<br /> # The cost of poor housing to the NHS.<br /> # The daylight factor.<br /> # The design of extra care housing for older people and its impact on wellbeing: The East Sussex perspective.<br /> # The Future of Electricity in Domestic Buildings<br /> # The impact of the design of the Psychiatric inpatient facility on perceptions of Carer wellbeing.<br /> # The real cost of poor housing.<br /> # Transitioning to eco-cities: Reducing carbon emissions while improving urban welfare.<br /> # Ubiquitous sensors to assess people’s energy consumption and wellbeing in domestic environments.<br /> # Visual alarm devices - their effectiveness in warning of fire.<br /> # Wellbeing and buildings<br /> # [[Well-being_and_Regeneration:_Reflections_from_Carpenters_Estate|Well-being and regeneration: Reflections from Carpenters Estate]].<br /> # WiFi<br /> # WiMax<br /> # ZigBee<br /> <br /> Associated files:<br /> <br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:David_Strong_(1of2)The_Daylight_Factor_TSB-BRE_paper_v_3.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1|File:David Strong (1of2)The Daylight Factor TSB-BRE paper v 3.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:David_Strong_(2of2)Daylight_Benefits_in_Healthcare_buildings_TSB-BRE_v_1.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1|File:David Strong (2of2)Daylight Benefits in Healthcare buildings TSB-BRE v 1.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Emeka_Osaji_Integrated_MSV_for_Sustainable_BHEs_Osaji_JSTAN_2013.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1|File:Emeka Osaji Integrated MSV for Sustainable BHEs Osaji JSTAN 2013.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Marney_Walker_Design_of_Extra_Care_impact_on_wellbeing_ESCC_140214.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1|File:Marney Walker Design of Extra Care impact on wellbeing ESCC 140214.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Michal_Kraus_Airtightness_of_Energy_Efficient_Buildings.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1|File:Michal Kraus Airtightness of Energy Efficient Buildings.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Simon_Nicol_APNHR_Quantifying_the_Cost_of_Poor_Housing_in_England_May_2013_2_col_vers_29_5_13.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1|File:Simon Nicol APNHR Quantifying the Cost of Poor Housing in England May 2013 2 col vers 29 5 13.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Stephanie_Butcher_Well-Being_and_Regeneration.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1|File:Stephanie Butcher Well-Being and Regeneration.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Stephanie_Gauthier_Ubiquitous_senors_to_assess_peoples_energy_consumption_and_wellbing_in_domestic_environments.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1|File:Stephanie Gauthier Ubiquitous senors to assess peoples energy consumption and wellbing in domestic environments.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:The_Future_of_Electricity_in_Domestic_Buildings.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1|File:The Future of Electricity in Domestic Buildings.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Tim_Dixon_BRE_UBM_Competition_TD_SW.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1|File:Tim Dixon BRE UBM Competition TD SW.pdf]]<br /> <br /> See also [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/User:BRE_Buzz%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1|BRE Buzz artilces on Designing Buildings Wiki]].<br /> <br /> [[Category:Site_Information]]</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/BRE_articles_on_Designing_Buildings_Wiki 2015-12-17T10:07:31Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>Articles added to Designing Buildings Wiki by --[User:BRE_Group BRE] include:<br /> <br /> -----<br /> # [[A_case_study_of_adopting_BIT-Kit:_A_method_uncovering_the_impact_buildings_have_on_people|A case study of adopting BIT-Kit: A method uncovering the impact buildings have on people]].<br /> # A measure of net well-being that incorporates the effect of housing environmental impacts.<br /> # Adapting 1965-1980 semi-detached dwellings in the UK to reduce summer overheating and the effect of the 2010 Building Regulations.<br /> # Airtightness of energy efficient buildings.<br /> # [[Anatomy_of_low_carbon_retrofits:_evidence_from_owner-occupied_superhomes|Anatomy of low carbon retrofits: evidence from owner-occupied superhomes]].<br /> # BES 6001 Responsible sourcing of construction products<br /> # Bluetooth<br /> # BIM – it’s about the Planet.<br /> # Biodiversity in the urban environment.<br /> # Bottom-up approach to address the challenges of low-carbon eco-cites.<br /> # BRE articles on Designing Buildings Wiki.<br /> # BRE Expert Collection 6 Daylight and shading.<br /> # BRE National Solar Centre.<br /> # BRE wellbeing research paper competition.<br /> # BRE Trust Review 2014.<br /> # BRE Üserhuus.<br /> # Building Research Establishment BRE.<br /> # Code of Practice for Grid Connected Solar Photovoltaic Systems.<br /> # Creating strong communities – measuring social sustainability in new housing development.<br /> # Daylight benefits in healthcare buildings.<br /> # Domestic micro-generation.<br /> # Electricity supply.<br /> # Embedded security: Procuring an effective facility protective security system. December 2015.<br /> # Glossary of electrical terms<br /> # Health and wellbeing impacts of natural and artificial lighting<br /> # Integrated modelling, simulation and visualisation (MSV) for sustainable built healing environments (BHEs).<br /> # Lighting and health infographic.<br /> # Micro-grids<br /> # Power over ethernet<br /> # Power over USB<br /> # PV inverter<br /> # Smart meter<br /> # The cost of poor housing to the NHS.<br /> # The daylight factor.<br /> # The design of extra care housing for older people and its impact on wellbeing: The East Sussex perspective.<br /> # The Future of Electricity in Domestic Buildings<br /> # The impact of the design of the Psychiatric inpatient facility on perceptions of Carer wellbeing.<br /> # The real cost of poor housing.<br /> # Transitioning to eco-cities: Reducing carbon emissions while improving urban welfare.<br /> # Ubiquitous sensors to assess people’s energy consumption and wellbeing in domestic environments.<br /> # Visual alarm devices - their effectiveness in warning of fire.<br /> # Wellbeing and buildings<br /> # [[Well-being_and_Regeneration:_Reflections_from_Carpenters_Estate|Well-being and regeneration: Reflections from Carpenters Estate]].<br /> # WiFi<br /> # WiMax<br /> # ZigBee<br /> <br /> Associated files:<br /> <br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:David_Strong_(1of2)The_Daylight_Factor_TSB-BRE_paper_v_3.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1|File:David Strong (1of2)The Daylight Factor TSB-BRE paper v 3.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:David_Strong_(2of2)Daylight_Benefits_in_Healthcare_buildings_TSB-BRE_v_1.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1|File:David Strong (2of2)Daylight Benefits in Healthcare buildings TSB-BRE v 1.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Emeka_Osaji_Integrated_MSV_for_Sustainable_BHEs_Osaji_JSTAN_2013.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1|File:Emeka Osaji Integrated MSV for Sustainable BHEs Osaji JSTAN 2013.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Marney_Walker_Design_of_Extra_Care_impact_on_wellbeing_ESCC_140214.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1|File:Marney Walker Design of Extra Care impact on wellbeing ESCC 140214.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Michal_Kraus_Airtightness_of_Energy_Efficient_Buildings.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1|File:Michal Kraus Airtightness of Energy Efficient Buildings.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Simon_Nicol_APNHR_Quantifying_the_Cost_of_Poor_Housing_in_England_May_2013_2_col_vers_29_5_13.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1|File:Simon Nicol APNHR Quantifying the Cost of Poor Housing in England May 2013 2 col vers 29 5 13.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Stephanie_Butcher_Well-Being_and_Regeneration.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1|File:Stephanie Butcher Well-Being and Regeneration.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Stephanie_Gauthier_Ubiquitous_senors_to_assess_peoples_energy_consumption_and_wellbing_in_domestic_environments.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1|File:Stephanie Gauthier Ubiquitous senors to assess peoples energy consumption and wellbing in domestic environments.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:The_Future_of_Electricity_in_Domestic_Buildings.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1|File:The Future of Electricity in Domestic Buildings.pdf]]<br /> # [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/File:Tim_Dixon_BRE_UBM_Competition_TD_SW.pdf%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1|File:Tim Dixon BRE UBM Competition TD SW.pdf]]<br /> <br /> See also [[w/index.php?title=W/index.php%3Ftitle%3DW/index.php%3Ftitle%3DWiki/User:BRE_Buzz%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1%26action%3Dedit%26redlink%3D1&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1|BRE Buzz artilces on Designing Buildings Wiki]].<br /> <br /> [[Category:Site_Information]]</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:BRE_Buzz 2015-12-17T10:01:53Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>BRE Buzz is an online community showcasing BRE's world-leading science, research, training and knowledge generation. It allows users to discover, learn and share their thoughts.<br /> <br /> [[Building_Research_Establishment_BRE|BRE]] is a world-leading building science centre that generates new knowledge through research. This is used to create products, tools and standards that drive positive change across the built environment. BRE helps government and private sector clients meet the significant environmental, social and economic challenges they face in delivering homes, buildings and communities.<br /> <br /> BRE is owned by the [[BRE_Trust|BRE Trust]], a registered charity. The Trust uses the profits made by the BRE companies to fund research and education that advances knowledge of the built environment.<br /> <br /> Articles by BRE Buzz on Designing Buildings Wiki:<br /> <br /> * [[3D_printed_Cool_Bricks|3D printed Cool Bricks.]]<br /> * [[Developing_system_intelligence_for_optimising_building_electricity_networks|Developing system intelligence for optimising building electricity networks]].<br /> * [[Do_green_buildings_pay%3F|Do green buildings pay?]]<br /> * [[Environmental_product_declaration|Environmental product declaration.]]<br /> * [[Pre-demolition_and_pre-refurbishment_audits|Pre-demolition and pre-refurbishment audits.]]<br /> * [[Project_SHOUT|Project SHOUT.]]<br /> * [[Radon|Radon]].<br /> * [[Smart_facades|Smart facades]].<br /> * [[The_Hive|The Hive.]]<br /> * [[Use_of_lighting_to_improve_health_and_wellbeing|Use of lighting to improve health and wellbeing]].</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:BRE_Buzz 2015-12-17T10:00:17Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>BRE Buzz is an online community showcasing BRE's world-leading science, research, training and knowledge generation. It allows users to discover, learn and share their thoughts.<br /> <br /> [[Building_Research_Establishment_BRE|BRE]] is a world-leading building science centre that generates new knowledge through research. This is used to create products, tools and standards that drive positive change across the built environment. BRE helps government and private sector clients meet the significant environmental, social and economic challenges they face in delivering homes, buildings and communities.<br /> <br /> BRE is owned by the [[BRE_Trust|BRE Trust]], a registered charity. The Trust uses the profits made by the BRE companies to fund research and education that advances knowledge of the built environment.<br /> <br /> Articles by BRE Buzz on Designing Buildings Wiki:<br /> <br /> * [[3D_printed_Cool_Bricks|3D printed Cool Bricks.]]<br /> * [[Developing_system_intelligence_for_optimising_building_electricity_networks|Developing system intelligence for optimising building electricity networks]].<br /> * [[Do_green_buildings_pay%3F|Do green buildings pay?]]<br /> * [[Environmental_product_declaration|Environmental product declaration.]]<br /> <br /> * [[Pre-demolition_and_pre-refurbishment_audits|Pre-demolition and pre-refurbishment audits.]]<br /> <br /> * [[Project_SHOUT|Project SHOUT.]]<br /> * [[Radon|Radon]].<br /> * [[Smart_facades|Smart facades]].<br /> <br /> * [[The_Hive|The Hive.]]<br /> * [[Use_of_lighting_to_improve_health_and_wellbeing|Use of lighting to improve health and wellbeing]].</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:BRE_Buzz 2015-11-19T09:39:55Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>BRE Buzz is an online community showcasing BRE's world-leading science, research, training and knowledge generation. It allows users to discover, learn and share their thoughts.<br /> <br /> [[Building%20Research%20Establishment%20BRE|BRE]] is a world-leading building science centre that generates new knowledge through research. This is used to create products, tools and standards that drive positive change across the built environment. BRE helps government and private sector clients meet the significant environmental, social and economic challenges they face in delivering homes, buildings and communities.<br /> <br /> BRE is owned by the [[BRE%20Trust|BRE Trust]], a registered charity. The Trust uses the profits made by the BRE companies to fund research and education that advances knowledge of the built environment.<br /> <br /> Articles by BRE Buzz on Designing Buildings Wiki:<br /> <br /> *[[3D%20printed%20Cool%20Bricks|3D printed Cool Bricks]]<br /> <br /> *[[Do%20green%20buildings%20pay%3F|Do green buildings pay?]]<br /> <br /> *[[Environmental%20product%20declaration|Environmental product declaration]]<br /> <br /> *[[Pre-demolition%20and%20pre-refurbishment%20audits|Pre-demolition and pre-refurbishment audits]]<br /> <br /> *[[Project%20SHOUT|Project SHOUT]]<br /> <br /> *[[The%20Hive|The Hive]]</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:BRE_Buzz 2015-11-18T17:12:12Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>BRE Buzz is an online community showcasing BRE's world-leading science, research, training and knowledge generation. It allows users to discover, learn and share their thoughts.<br /> <br /> [[Building%20Research%20Establishment%20BRE|BRE]] is a world-leading building science centre that generates new knowledge through research. This is used to create products, tools and standards that drive positive change across the built environment. BRE helps government and private sector clients meet the significant environmental, social and economic challenges they face in delivering homes, buildings and communities.<br /> <br /> BRE is owned by the [[BRE%20Trust|BRE Trust]], a registered charity. The Trust uses the profits made by the BRE companies to fund research and education that advances knowledge of the built environment.<br /> <br /> Articles by BRE Buzz on Designing Buildings Wiki:<br /> <br /> *[[3D_printed_Cool_Bricks|3D printed Cool Bricks]]<br /> <br /> *[[Do%20green%20buildings%20pay%3F|Do green buildings pay?]]<br /> <br /> *[[Environmental_product_declaration|Environmental product declaration]]<br /> <br /> *[[Home_quality_mark|Home quality mark]]<br /> <br /> *[[Pre-demolition_and_pre-refurbishment_audits|Pre-demolition and pre-refurbishment audits]]<br /> <br /> *[[Project_SHOUT|Project SHOUT]]<br /> <br /> *[[The_Hive|The Hive]]</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Home_quality_mark_HQM 2015-11-18T17:10:41Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div><br /> On 3 March 2015, BRE (Building Research Establishment) introduced a voluntary, national [http://www.homequalitymark.com/ Home Quality Mark] for new housing, to ensure quality isn’t compromised in the drive to build more homes. Ref BRE, [http://www.bre.co.uk/news/New-Home-Quality-Mark-puts-consumers-at-the-heart-of-house-building--1059.html New Home Quality Mark puts consumers at the heart of house building]''.''<br /> <br /> The mark was launched a Ecobuild, and is intended to influence the way consumers choose homes to buy or rent, giving them confidence that they are choosing a well built, cost-effective home. It will also allow house builders to highlight the innovative features of their homes and differentiate themselves in the marketplace.<br /> <br /> Homes built to the Home Quality Mark will be independently evaluated by a licensed BRE Global assessor using a 5-star rating system indicating the quality and performance of the new home, according to:<br /> *Overall running costs.<br /> *The impact on the occupant’s health and wellbeing.<br /> *The home’s environmental footprint.<br /> *Its resilience to flooding and overheating.<br /> *The digital connectivity and performance of the home.<br /> <br /> Developments built to standards such as Passivhaus or the Code for Sustainable Homes can be credited under the mark where compatible criteria apply.<br /> <br /> A number of stakeholders are working with BRE on the development of the mark from its current beta testing stage, and it is currently being trialled on the E4 brick house under construction on the BRE Innovation Park in Watford. Builders have been able to register developments under the mark since June 2015. BRE Academy will be launching a new training course for assessors in the summer of 2015.<br /> <br /> Chief Executive of BRE, Dr Peter Bonfield said, ‘It is our long term goal that the Home Quality Mark will become the de facto sign of a better home – something that home buyers can rely on and use in their purchase decisions. It will also be used by house builders to demonstrate the quality and performance of the homes they deliver.’<br /> <br /> This article was contributed by --[[User:BRE_Buzz|User:BRE_Buzz]]<br /> <br /> = Find out more =<br /> <br /> === Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki ===<br /> *British standards.<br /> *Building Research Establishment.<br /> *Buildmark.<br /> *CE marking.<br /> *Code for Sustainable Homes.<br /> *Kite mark.<br /> *Lifetime homes.<br /> *NHBC.<br /> *NHBC technical standards 2014<br /> *Passivhaus.<br /> *Zero carbon homes.<br /> <br /> [[Category:Standards_/_measurements]]</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:BRE_Buzz 2015-11-04T10:17:39Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>BRE Buzz is an online community showcasing BRE's world-leading science, research, training and knowledge generation. It allows users to discover, learn and share their thoughts.<br /> <br /> [[Building%20Research%20Establishment%20BRE|BRE]] is a world-leading building science centre that generates new knowledge through research. This is used to create products, tools and standards that drive positive change across the built environment. BRE helps government and private sector clients meet the significant environmental, social and economic challenges they face in delivering homes, buildings and communities.<br /> <br /> BRE is owned by the [[BRE%20Trust|BRE Trust]], a registered charity. The Trust uses the profits made by the BRE companies to fund research and education that advances knowledge of the built environment.<br /> <br /> Articles by BRE Buzz on Designing Buildings Wiki:<br /> <br /> *[[Do%20green%20buildings%20pay%3F|Do green buildings pay?]]</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:BRE_Buzz 2015-11-04T10:17:18Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>BRE Buzz is an online community showcasing BRE's world-leading science, research, training and knowledge generation. It allows users to discover, learn and share their thoughts.<br /> <br /> [[Building%20Research%20Establishment%20BRE|BRE]] is a world-leading building science centre that generates new knowledge through research. This is used to create products, tools and standards that drive positive change across the built environment. BRE helps government and private sector clients meet the significant environmental, social and economic challenges they face in delivering homes, buildings and communities.<br /> <br /> BRE is owned by the [[BRE%20Trust|BRE Trust]], a registered charity. The Trust uses the profits made by the BRE companies to fund research and education that advances knowledge of the built environment.<br /> <br /> === Articles by BRE Buzz on Designing Buildings Wiki: ===<br /> <br /> *[[Do_green_buildings_pay?|Do green buildings pay?]]</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/Do_green_buildings_pay%3F 2015-11-04T10:16:06Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div><br /> = Introduction =<br /> <br /> In recent years there have been different views expressed about the value of investing in sustainable buildings. On the one hand is the view that green buildings can be more valuable – being cheaper to run, attractive to tenants and more secure against the impacts of increasing sustainability legislation. On the other there has been the perception that designing and constructing sustainable buildings can add to capital costs, reducing the building’s economic viability. So, how is the debate developing and how can investors and developers gain greater confidence that investing in sustainability will pay dividends?<br /> <br /> = '''More valuable?''' =<br /> <br /> It might have been expected that the drive for greater sustainability in the built environment would have been derailed – or at least significantly set back – by the recent global crisis which has been particularly hard on the construction and property sectors. However interest in sustainability does not appear to have waned and the use of sustainability certification schemes, such as BREEAM, to showcase a building’s ‘greenness’ has increased significantly and spread to countries around the world. It may be that in troubled times, uncertainties in the market gives the distinction of being sustainable a greater impact.<br /> <br /> Back in 2010 a survey of property investors posed the question, ‘How will green buildings perform against non-green buildings?’ An overwhelming 86% of respondents said that green buildings will become more valuable (Green to Gold report, GVA Grimley, 2010). Little has happened since then to shake that conviction – if anything, the incentives for property owners and managers to make their buildings more sustainable have continued to grow.<br /> <br /> In recent years a growing body of independent research has been providing hard evidence to back up the view that sustainability adds value. One example is a Maastricht University report published by RICS Research in 2012. It described a study of the effect of BREEAM certification on office buildings in London, over a period from 2000 to 2009. Among its findings were that “There are positive premiums for rents and transactions prices for BREEAM certified buildings. Rents are 21% higher and transactions are 18% higher”.<br /> <br /> = '''What about costs?''' =<br /> <br /> There is also an increasing body of research into whether a sustainable approach to the design and construction of buildings necessarily adds to the costs. But in this case the evidence disputes that perception.<br /> <br /> Research by Sweett Group and BRE, published in 2014, for example, applied cost data from actual construction projects to three case study buildings – an office, a school and a community healthcare centre – to produce detailed capital and operational cost information. The report of this study presents the actual costs of a range of individual sustainability strategies, and the additional costs (if any) of achieving various levels of overall building sustainability. It also reveals the associated payback to be gained from reduced utility costs.<br /> <br /> The study found that specifying sustainability measures during the design and procurement stages can bring cost savings without adding significantly, or at all, to upfront costs. The researchers concluded that achieving the lower BREEAM sustainability ratings can incur little or no additional cost. Targeting higher BREEAM ratings, and so more challenging levels of sustainability, incurs some additional cost but this is typically less than 2%. The investigation of life cycle operational costs showed that any additional cost can be paid back within 2–5 years through utility savings.<br /> <br /> = '''Are investors using sustainability to improve value?''' =<br /> <br /> Research evidence is all well and good, but are real estate investors and developers using sustainability to improve the value of their assets? The answer appears to increasingly be ‘yes’. One example is Scandinavian construction leader NCC. “Sustainability issues must be part of everyday business,” says Peter Wågström, president and CEO of the multinational NCC Group. “Companies that fail to recognise this will not survive in the long term.”<br /> <br /> A vital element of the NCC’s strategy of sustainable development is the use of recognised third-party certification schemes to measure and demonstrate the sustainability of building assets. For example, NCC Property Development is the largest developer of certificated BREEAM assessed buildings in Scandinavia.<br /> <br /> NCC believes that third-party assessment and certification of building sustainability leads to a superior environmental performance, lower operating costs, reduced risk and greater appeal for investors, tenants and residents.<br /> <br /> “Third party certification with BREEAM creates incentives for all parties involved in a building project to strive in the same direction and focus on sustainability issues,” says Carola Lavén, business area manager for NCC Property Development. “We are convinced that our high ambitions in this respect pay off in terms of better returns on our investments. This is particularly true at a time of financial insecurity, which has increased the investor demand for high quality properties with low risks. Certificated buildings are definitely higher valued and create safer long-term investments.”&lt;br/&gt;<br /> <br /> ----<br /> <br /> This article was created by --[[User%3ABRE%20Buzz|B]][[User%3ABRE%20Buzz|RE Buzz]]. It was originally published on BRE Buzz in October 2015 and was written by Simon Guy, Head of Marketing and Communications - Sustainability at BRE.<br /> <br /> [http://brebuzz.net/2015/10/12/do-green-buildings-pay/ You can see the original article here].<br /> <br /> [[Category:Theory]]<br /> [[Category:Sustainability]]<br /> [[Category:Design]]</div>

BRE Buzz https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:BRE_Buzz 2015-11-03T11:06:50Z

<p>BRE Buzz: </p> <hr /> <div>BRE Buzz is an online community showcasing BRE's world-leading science, research, training and knowledge generation. It allows users to discover, learn and share their thoughts.<br /> <br /> [[Building_Research_Establishment_BRE|BRE]] is a world-leading building science centre that generates new knowledge through research. This is used to create products, tools and standards that drive positive change across the built environment. BRE helps government and private sector clients meet the significant environmental, social and economic challenges they face in delivering homes, buildings and communities.<br /> <br /> BRE is owned by the [[BRE_Trust|BRE Trust]], a registered charity. The Trust uses the profits made by the BRE companies to fund research and education that advances knowledge of the built environment.</div>

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