Items with Index Term: early design stage

Abouelkhier, N; Shawky, D and Marzouk, M (2022) Evaluating distance perception for architecture design alternatives in immersive virtual environment: A comparative study. Construction Innovation, 22(2), pp. 205-221. ISSN 1471-4175

Abrishami, S; Goulding, J; Pour, R F and Ganah, A (2015) Virtual generative BIM workspace for maximising AEC conceptual design innovation: A paradigm of future opportunities. Construction Innovation, 15(1), pp. 24-41. ISSN 1471-4175

Abrishami, S; Goulding, J and Rahimian, F (2021) Generative BIM workspace for AEC conceptual design automation: Prototype development. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 28(2), pp. 482-509. ISSN 0969-9988

Agustí-Juan, I (2018) Sustainability assessment and development of guidelines for digital fabrication in construction. DSc thesis, ETH Zürich, Switzerland.

Ajayi, S O (2017) Design, procurement and construction strategies for minimizing waste in construction projects. PhD thesis, University of the West of England, Bristol, UK.

Albogamy, A and Dawood, N (2015) Development of a client-based risk management methodology for the early design stage of construction processes: Applied to the KSA. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 22(5), pp. 493-515. ISSN 0969-9988

Anderson, J and Moncaster, A (2020) Embodied carbon of concrete in buildings, Part 1: Analysis of published EPD. Buildings & Cities, 1(1), pp. 198-217. ISSN 2632-6655

Assad, M; Hosny, O; Elhakeem, A and El Haggar, S (2015) Green building design in Egypt from cost and energy perspectives. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 11(1), pp. 21-40. ISSN 1745-2007

Ayman Anwar, R (2022) Enhancing the integration of sustainability assessment within dynamic BIM enabled design projects. PhD thesis, Northumbria University, UK.

Baba, A (2013) Developing a decision support framework for low carbon housing design and delivery in the UK. PhD thesis, University of the West of England, Bristol, UK.

Baba, A; Mahjoubi, L; Olomoilaiye, P and Booth, C (2013) Decision support framework for low impact housing design in the UK. In: Smith, S D and Ahiaga-Dagbui, D D (eds.) Proceedings of 29th Annual ARCOM Conference, 2-4 September 2013, Reading, UK.

Badamasi, A A; Aryal, K R; Makarfi, U U and Dodo, M (2022) Drivers and barriers of virtual reality adoption in UK AEC industry. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 29(3), pp. 1307-1318. ISSN 0969-9988

Balogun, T B (2018) Integrating bridge maintenance life cycle assessments into bridge design for improved sustainable decision making. PhD thesis, University of the West of England, Bristol, UK.

Bashirzadeh Tabrizi, Toktam (2019) Towards a simplified LCA tool: Minimising the life cycle environmental impact at the early stages of building design. PhD thesis, University of Sydney, Australia.

Belhadj, T A (1989) Computer aided architectural evaluation and design: a cost modelling experiment. PhD thesis, University of Sheffield, UK.

Bellamy, L (2019) Optimisation tools to assist efficient and sustainable tall building design. PhD thesis, Imperial College London, UK.

Bouchlaghem, N M (1996) A computer model for the design of window shading devices. Building Research & Information, 24(2), pp. 104-107. ISSN 0961-3218

Bueno, C; Pereira, L M and Fabricio, M M (2018) Life cycle assessment and environmental-based choices at the early design stages: An application using building information modelling. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 14(5), pp. 332-346. ISSN 1745-2007

Bártolo, H M G and Bártolo, P J S (2003) Design reasoning. In: Greenwood, D J (ed.) Proceedings of 19th Annual ARCOM Conference, 3-5 September 2003, Brighton, UK.

Chan, K C G (2012) The use of virtual reality for visualizing construction safety management process. PhD thesis, Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong.

Cheung, F K T (2005) Development and testing of a method for forecasting prices of multi-storey buildings during the early design stage: The storey enclosure method revisited. PhD thesis, Queensland University of Technology, Australia.

Chun, C K; Li, H and Skitmore, M (2012) The use of virtual prototyping for hazard identification in the early design stage. Construction Innovation, 12(1), pp. 29-42. ISSN 1471-4175

Din, A (2020) Accounting for carbon impacts in buildings: a rating procedure. PhD thesis, London Metropolitan University, UK.

Doğan, S Z (2005) Using machine learning techniques for early cost prediction of structural systems of buildings. PhD thesis, Izmir Institute of Technology, Turkey.

Ekström, D (2019) Integrated structural and construction engineering: a study of project team performance in Swedish bridge design. PhD thesis, Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden.

Ekström, D; Rempling, R and Plos, M (2019) Integrated project team performance in early design stages: performance indicators influencing effectiveness in bridge design. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 15(4), pp. 249-266. ISSN 1745-2007

El Tayeh, A (2008) Social web-based systems for supporting geographically dispersed project teams in the architecture-engineering-construction industry. PhD thesis, University of Manchester, UK.

El-Tayeh, A and Gil, N (2007) Using digital socialization to support geographically dispersed AEC project teams. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 133(6), pp. 462-473. ISSN 0733-9364

Fiorineschi, L; Conti, L; Rossi, G and Rotini, F (2024) Conceptual design of a small production plant for eco-friendly packaging. Journal of Engineering, Design and Technology, 22(4), pp. 1257-1281. ISSN 1726-0531

Gaber, B; Zhan, C; Han, X; Omar, M and Li, G (2024) Employing ANN for daylight and energy prediction of hot climate office buildings: A case study of new cairo, Egypt. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 20(6), pp. 1752-1776. ISSN 1745-2007

Geekiyanage, D and Ramachandra, T (2020) Nexus between running costs and building characteristics of commercial buildings: Hedonic regression modelling. Built Environment Project and Asset Management, 10(3), pp. 389-406. ISSN 2044-124X

Geekiyanage, D and Ramachandra, T (2021) Running costs indices for commercial buildings using the hedonic price imputation approach: A case of Sri Lanka. Construction Management and Economics, 39(8), pp. 704-721. ISSN 01446193

Gholami, E (2017) Exploiting BIM in energy efficient domestic retrofit: evaluation of benefits and barriers. PhD thesis, University of Liverpool, UK.

González, J; Da Costa, B B F; Tam, V W Y and Haddad, A (2024) Effects of latitude and building orientation in indoor-illuminance levels towards energy efficiency. International Journal of Construction Management, 24(7), pp. 784-798. ISSN 1562-3599

Gupta, A (2013) Developing a BIM-based methodology to support renewable energy assessment of buildings. PhD thesis, Cardiff University, UK.

Hamida, A; Alsudairi, A; Alshaibani, K and Alshamrani, O (2021) Environmental impacts cost assessment model of residential building using an artificial neural network. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 28(10), pp. 3190-3215. ISSN 0969-9988

Harre-Young, S B L D A R J G J (2012) Incorporating security measures into the built environment. In: Smith, S D (ed.) Proceedings of 28th Annual ARCOM Conference, 3-5 September 2012, Edinburgh, UK.

Hassan, S; Abo Eleinen, O; Hassan, A and Megahed, N (2025) Life cycle assessment and generative design: Development of a national LCA tool for exterior walls. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 32(11), pp. 7755-7775. ISSN 0969-9988

Hassanain, M A (2007) Post-occupancy indoor environmental quality evaluation of student housing facilities. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 3(4), pp. 249-256. ISSN 1745-2007

Hu, M and Skibniewski, M (2022) The impact of the design team characteristics on the sustainable building construction cost: Structural equation model analysis. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 18(5), pp. 614-630. ISSN 1745-2007

Idrus, A and Newman, J (2003) Ifess: A computer tool to aid structural engineers at the conceptual design stage. Construction Innovation, 3(3), pp. 127-143. ISSN 1471-4175

Isiadinso, C; Anumba, C J; El-Rimawi, J and Bhamra, T (2006) Design for deconstruction lessons from the manufacturing industry. In: Boyd, D (ed.) Proceedings of 22nd Annual ARCOM Conference, 4-6 September 2006, Birmingham, UK.

Jafarzadeh, R; Ingham, J M; Walsh, K Q; Hassani, N and Ghodrati Amiri, G R (2015) Using statistical regression analysis to establish construction cost models for seismic retrofit of confined masonry buildings. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 141(5): 04014098, ISSN 0733-9364

Johnston, M; Guaralda, M and Sawang, S (2014) Sustainable innovation for Queensland's housing design: A case study. Construction Economics and Building, 14(4), pp. 11-31. ISSN 2204-9029

Kamardeen, I (2010) 8d BIM modelling tool for accident prevention through design. In: Egbu, C (ed.) Proceedings of 26th Annual ARCOM Conference, 6-8 September 2010, Leeds, UK.

Kamari, A; Kotula, B M and Schultz, C P L (2022) A BIM-based LCA tool for sustainable building design during the early design stage. Smart and Sustainable Built Environment, 11(2), pp. 217-244. ISSN 2046-6099

Kantianis, D D (2022) Design morphology complexity and conceptual building project cost forecasting. Journal of Financial Management of Property and Construction, 27(3), pp. 387-414. ISSN 1366-4387

Kevdzija, M and Marquardt, G (2022) Impact of distance on stroke inpatients' mobility in rehabilitation clinics: A shadowing study. Building Research & Information, 50(1-2), pp. 74-88. ISSN 0961-3218

Khudhair, A (2022) Knowledge-based automatic OpenBIM data exchanging framework supporting holistic building design. PhD thesis, Cardiff University, UK.

Kim, K P and Park, K S (2016) Primary BIM dataset for refurbishing flood risk vulnerable housing in the UK. Built Environment Project and Asset Management, 6(4), pp. 365-378. ISSN 2044-124X

Kolokotroni, M; Robinson-Gayle, S; Tanno, S and Cripps, A (2004) Environmental impact analysis for typical office facades. Building Research & Information, 32(1), pp. 2-16. ISSN 0961-3218

Lam, T (2017) A web-based Decision Support System to assist SMEs to broker risks and rewards for BIM adoption. PhD thesis, University of the West of England, Bristol, UK.

Landgren, M and Jensen, L B (2018) How does sustainability certification affect the design process? Mapping final design projects at an architectural office. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 14(4), pp. 292-305. ISSN 1745-2007

Le Gia, T T; Dang, H A; Dinh, V B; Tong, M Q; Nguyen, T K; Nguyen, H H and Nguyen, D Q (2022) A simulation-based multi-objective genetic optimization framework for efficient building design in early stages: Application for Vietnam's hot and humid climates. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 40(3), pp. 305-326. ISSN 23984708

Leon, M (2015) Development of a computer mediated multidisciplinary design protocol and its application to the early architectural design stages. PhD thesis, Robert Gordon University, UK.

Lu, W; Du, L; Tam, V W Y; Feng, Q and Huo, L (2026) Sharing indexes and heterogeneity update of green building rating systems: Evidence of holistic comparative analysis. International Journal of Construction Management, 26(1), pp. 76-98. ISSN 1562-3599

Ma, L (2022) A BIM-based life cycle assessment tool of embodied energy and environmental impacts of reinforced concrete tall buildings. PhD thesis, Illinois Institute of Technology, USA.

Marsh, R (2016) LCA profiles for building components: Strategies for the early design process. Building Research & Information, 44(4), pp. 358-375. ISSN 0961-3218

Mehrvarz, Nassim (2025) Optimising sustainability in building design from a life cycle perspective. PhD thesis, University of New South Wales, Australia.

Monticelli, C and Zanelli, A (2021) Material saving and building component efficiency as main eco-design principles for membrane architecture: Case: studies of etfe enclosures. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 17(3-4), pp. 264-280. ISSN 1745-2007

Morbitzer, C A (2003) Towards the integration of simulation into the building design process. PhD thesis, University of Strathclyde, UK.

Muehlbauer, M (2018) Towards typogenetic tools for generative urban aesthetics. Smart and Sustainable Built Environment, 7(1), pp. 20-32. ISSN 2046-6099

Namini, Seyed Saeed Banihashemi (2017) Active BIM with artifical intelligence for energy optimisation in buildings. PhD thesis, University of Technology Sydney, Australia.

Nawarathna, A.; Alwan, Z.; Gledson, B. and Fernando, N. G. (2026) An early-stage embodied carbon assessment method for the Global South: Sri Lankan case study. Built Environment Project and Asset Management, pp. 1-16. ISSN 2044-124X

Nguyen Van, T; Nguyen Hieu, T and De Troyer, F (2016) Managing pile foundation and land cost for high-rise buildings in the early design stages. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 12(3), pp. 151-169. ISSN 1745-2007

Nibbelink, J-G; Sutrisna, M and Zaman, A U (2017) Unlocking the potential of early contractor involvement in reducing design risks in commercial building refurbishment projects: a Western Australian perspective. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 13(6), pp. 439-456. ISSN 1745-2007

Oshidero, D. F. O. and Coley, D. A. (2026) Talking carbon: A lexical approach to predictive embodied carbon analysis via machine learning. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 22(1), pp. 235-268. ISSN 1745-2007

Ostovar, M (2023) Environmental and social life cycle assessment (LCA) in transport infrastructure. PhD thesis, University of California, Davis, USA.

Padala, S P S and M Skanda, P (2025) BIM-based multi-objective optimization framework for volumetric analysis of building projects. Journal of Engineering, Design and Technology, 23(5), pp. 1326-1347. ISSN 1726-0531

Rahman, S (2010) Knowledge-based decision support system for multi criteria roofing material selection and cost modelling. PhD thesis, University of Ulster, UK.

Redmond, A and West, R (2012) The use of cloud enabled building information models: an expert analysis. Construction Economics and Building, 12(4), pp. 53-67. ISSN 2204-9029

Renev, Ivan (2019) Automation of the conceptual design process in construction industry using ideas generation techniques. PhD thesis, Lappeenranta-Lahti University of Technology, Finland.

Saridaki, M and Haugbølle, K (2020) Informing early stage design through LCC data. In: Scott, L and Neilson, C J (eds.) Proceedings of 36th Annual ARCOM Conference, 7-8 September 2020, Online Event, UK.

Schlueter, A (2010) Model-based, performance-oriented building design employing distributed service systems. DSc thesis, ETH Zürich, Switzerland.

Seo, J; Lee, S and Seo, J (2016) Simulation-based assessment of workers' muscle fatigue and its impact on construction operations. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 142(11): 04016063, ISSN 0733-9364

Silva, Tássia Farssura Lima da (2022) BIM and risk management interface in the design phase: A multi-method approach. PhD thesis, Universidade de São Paulo, Brazil.

Singhaputtangkul, N (2012) Knowledge-based decision support system quality function deployment (kbdss-qfd) tool for assessment of building envelope materials and designs in the early design stage. PhD thesis, National University of Singapore, Singapore.

Singhaputtangkul, N (2017) A decision support tool to mitigate decision-making problems faced by a building design team. Smart and Sustainable Built Environment, 6(1), pp. 2-18. ISSN 2046-6099

Soutos, M K (2006) Forecasting elemental building cost percentages using regression analysis and neural network techniques. PhD thesis, University of Manchester, UK.

Struck, C (2012) Uncertainty propagation and sensitivity analysis techniques in building performance simulation to support conceptual building and system design. PhD thesis, Eindhoven University of Technology, Netherlands.

Sutton, R M (2019) The development of a sustainable construction design process. PhD thesis, University of Liverpool, UK.

Swaffield, L M (1998) Improving early cost advice for mechanical and electrical services. PhD thesis, Loughborough University, UK.

Swaffield, L M and Pasquire, C L (2000) Improving early cost advice for mechanical and electrical services by considering functions and client/design team communication. Journal of Financial Management of Property and Construction, 5(1-2), pp. 3-13. ISSN 1366-4387

Tam, V W Y; Tam, C M and Ng, W C Y (2007) On prefabrication implementation for different project types and procurement methods in Hong Kong. Journal of Engineering, Design and Technology, 5(1), pp. 68-80. ISSN 1726-0531

Tong, P and Wilhelm, H C (2022) A strategy for integrating hillside dwelling design and automated construction techniques. Smart and Sustainable Built Environment, 11(2), pp. 387-403. ISSN 2046-6099

Trinh, Hoang T (2021) Optimisation framework for sustainable design of concrete buildings. PhD thesis, Griffith University, Australia.

Victoria, M; Perera, S and Davies, A (2015) Developing an early design stage embodied carbon prediction model: A case study. In: Raiden, A and Aboagye-Nimo, E (eds.) Proceedings of 31st Annual ARCOM Conference, 7-9 September 2015, Lincoln, UK.

Waibel, C (2018) Simulation-based optimization of buildings and multi-energy systems. DSc thesis, ETH Zürich, Switzerland.

Wasim, M; Vaz Serra, P and Ngo, T D (2022) Design for manufacturing and assembly for sustainable, quick and cost-effective prefabricated construction–a review. International Journal of Construction Management, 22(15), pp. 3014-3022. ISSN 1562-3599

Whyte, J (2000) Virtual reality applications in the house-building industry. PhD thesis, Loughborough University, UK.

Xiao, Xue (2021) Improving the long-term use of case-based reasoning model in early construction cost estimation. PhD thesis, Queensland University of Technology, Australia.

Yadollahi, M; Ebrahimi Saryazdi, S M; Shafaat, A and Hafezi, M (2023) Life cycle cost analysis of near zero energy buildings benefited from earth-sheltering. International Journal of Construction Management, 23(15), pp. 2670-2682. ISSN 1562-3599

Yazdi, Alireza Jalali (2022) Developing an integrated design support framework to enable mass-customisation in multi-storey timber building projects. PhD thesis, University of Technology Sydney, Australia.

Yu, A T W; Shen, Q; Kelly, J and Hunter, K (2008) Comparative study of the variables in construction project briefing/architectural programming. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 134(2), pp. 122-138. ISSN 0733-9364

Zeng, R; Chini, A and Ries, R (2021) Innovative design for sustainability: Integrating embodied impacts and costs during the early design phase. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 28(3), pp. 747-764. ISSN 0969-9988

Zhai, Y (2022) Evaluation for optimisation: Design for assembly in panel construction. PhD thesis, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

Zhang, Y; Xiao, B and Li, X (2024) Integrating virtual reality and consensus models for streamlined built environment design collaboration. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 150(4): 04024010, ISSN 0733-9364

Zheng, Z; Li, Y and Torres, J (2024) An integrated method of automated layout design and optimization for modular construction. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 31(3), pp. 1016-1036. ISSN 0969-9988

Zolfagharian, S and Irizarry, J (2017) Constructability assessment model for commercial building designs in the United States. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 143(8): 04017031, ISSN 0733-9364

de Moraes Goulart, F.; Joseph, A.; Jiang, Y.; Shokrollahi Ardekani, M. and Chandrika Bhanu, A. (2026) Healthcare staff evaluation of an emergency department mental health room: A virtual reality study. Building Research & Information, 54(5), pp. 632-651. ISSN 0961-3218