Essays about: "design for deconstruction"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 19 essays containing the words design for deconstruction.

1. 1. Breaking down a videogame level´s design: Deconstruction of the narrative in The Witcher III: The wild hunt

   University essay from Malmö universitet/Institutionen för datavetenskap och medieteknik (DVMT)

   Author : Charalampos Toumpoulidis; [2023]
   Keywords : Narrative; Open-World Games; The Witcher III: The Wild Hunt; In-game Playthrough; Data extraction; Comparative Study; Game Design; Patterns; and Trends.;

   Abstract : This master's thesis aims to investigate the narrative components inherent in open-world games. In this thesis, we will extract the narrative part of a game,analyze it, and compare the narrative part with other game design elements. READ MORE

3. 2. Design for Disassembly and Reuse : Developing an Indicator System for Volumetric Timber Structures Based on Case Studies

   University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Träteknik

   Author : Sara Khanalizadehtaromi; [2023]
   Keywords : design for deconstruction; design for disassembly; timber construction; disassembly; circular economy; sustainability; volumetric timber structures; structures; DfD; Reuse; Indicator system;

   Abstract : The environmental impacts of the construction industry, and the built environment, as the end product of construction activity, are massive due to the extensive use of energy and resources. Sustainability and circular economy are recognized as the main solution to the existing environmental impacts of this industry and the main approach to the sustainable development of it. READ MORE

4. 3. Chunk Metabolism : Exploring how to plan for reuse of structural elements

   University essay from KTH/Hållbar utveckling, miljövetenskap och teknik

   Author : Isabella Nilsson; [2022]
   Keywords : Architectural elements; urban metabolism; demolition; deconstruction; design process; structural elements; concrete; steel; circular construction; circular economy; material harvesting; urban mining; Arkitektoniska element; urban metabolism; rivning; dekonstruktion; designprocess; tunga stomelement; betong; stål; cirkulärt byggande; cirkulär ekonomi; material harvesting; urban mining;

   Abstract : With a major share of the negative environmental impacts deriving from construction and its waste, ways to reduce the material and energy use in this sector have been the focus of studies for decades. Reuse of building elements and materials is gaining traction with researchers, architects, developers and real estate owners. READ MORE

5. 4. System:Forest

   University essay from KTH/Arkitektur

   Author : Samira Hedberg Ibáñez; [2022]
   Keywords : Kronby; Forest; tree; Wood; Design for Deconstruction; Deconstruction; Dissassemble; Reassemble; Architecture; System; construction; Iso timber; CLT; Gluelam; Cabin; House; Gazebo; Complementary building;

   Abstract : What I have tried to do in this project is to come up with a system of building that gives the building and the materials within, a chance for a longer life. A system that does not only make it easier to change the layout on the inside, but also makes it easier to disassemble the entire structure with minimal damage to the materials and the surroundings. READ MORE

6. 5. Developing a grading tool for sustainable design of structural systems in buildings

   University essay from Linköpings universitet/Industriell miljöteknik

   Author : Andres Oswaldo Zabala Mejia; [2021]
   Keywords : Construction; Design for Deconstruction; Design for Adaptability; Material efficiency; Structural Design; Sustainability.;

   Abstract : Construction is known for consuming large quantities of raw materials and high amounts of energy. In 2018, the construction industry was responsible for 6% of global energy consumption, 11% of global CO2 emissions, and approximately 36% of the total waste in the European Union. READ MORE