Items with Index Term: upgrading

Abdallah, M A A (2014) Optimizing the selection of sustainability measures for existing buildings. PhD thesis, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, USA.

Abdallah, M A A; El-Rayes, K and Liu, L (2016) Minimizing upgrade cost to achieve LEED certification for existing buildings. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 142(2): 04015073, ISSN 0733-9364

Abotaleb, I S; Elhakim, Y; El Rifaee, M; Bader, S; Hosny, O; Abodonya, A; Ibrahim, S; Sherif, M; Sorour, A and Soliman, M (2025) A framework to integrate virtual reality into international standard safety trainings. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 32(4), pp. 2320-2341. ISSN 0969-9988

Agapiou, A (1996) Forecasting the supply of construction labour. PhD thesis, Loughborough University, UK.

Alnoaimi, Ali D (2021) Development of sustainability assessment framework for sewerage infrastructure projects in the Kingdom of Bahrain. PhD thesis, Griffith University, Australia.

Atapattu, C N; Domingo, N and Sutrisna, M (2024) A conceptual cost estimation model for the pre-design stage of road projects using multiple regression analysis. Journal of Financial Management of Property and Construction, 29(3), pp. 388-404. ISSN 1366-4387

Blismas, N G; Sher, W and Thorpe, A (1998) National and global multi-site projects. In: Hughes, W (ed.) Proceedings of 14th Annual ARCOM Conference, 9-11 September 1998, Reading, UK.

Callaghan, N and Marcano-Salcedo, M (2020) A study of the housing needs of residents in informal settlements in the Dominican Republic. In: Scott, L and Neilson, C J (eds.) Proceedings of 36th Annual ARCOM Conference, 7-8 September 2020, Online Event, UK.

Calvetti, D; Magalhães, P N M; Sujan, S F; Gonçalves, M C and Campos De Sousa, H J (2020) Challenges of upgrading craft workforce into Construction 4.0: Framework and agreements. Proceedings of Institution of Civil Engineers: Management, Procurement and Law, 173(4), pp. 158-165. ISSN 17514304

Celentano, G (2021) The regenerative development potential of the construction sector in the informal city: The cases of Bangkok, Nairobi and Cape Town. DSc thesis, ETH Zürich, Switzerland.

Chao-Amonphat, S; Nitivattananon, V and Srinonil, S (2024) Adaptation measures on hydrological risks and climate change impacts in urbanized sub-region, Thailand: A case study in Lower Chao Phraya River basin. International Journal of Disaster Resilience in the Built Environment, 15(1), pp. 59-79. ISSN 1759-5916

Chen, C (2019) Heterogeneous integration of BIM with low-cost indoor mobile laser scanning method for building fabric maintenance in China. PhD thesis, University of Nottingham, UK.

Chin, J. Y.; Ng, C. T.; Sa'ari, R.; Ng, H. S. and Thong, J. W. (2026) Energy retrofitting by using building information modelling-based energy model. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 44(4), pp. 1062-1097. ISSN 2398-4708

Chung, B (2007) An analysis of success and failure factors for ERP systems in engineering and construction firms. PhD thesis, University of Maryland, College Park, USA.

Clarke, L; Sahin-Dikmen, M and Winch, C (2020) Transforming vocational education and training for nearly zero-energy building. Buildings & Cities, 1(1), pp. 650-661. ISSN 2632-6655

Conejos, S; Chew, M Y L and Yung, E H K (2017) The future adaptivity of nineteenth century heritage buildings. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 35(4), pp. 332-347.

Dabok, M M (2022) A training and skills development conceptual framework for construction technicians in Nigeria. PhD thesis, University of Central Lancashire, UK.

Ebbert, T (2010) Re-face: Refurbishment strategies for the technical improvement of office façades. PhD thesis, Delft University of Technology, Netherlands.

Ekanayake, B J; Ysandanayake, Y and Ramachandra, T (2018) Application of value management to refurbishment projects: A Sri Lankan case study. In: Gorse, C and Neilson, C J (eds.) Proceedings of 34th Annual ARCOM Conference, 3-5 September 2018, Queen’s University, Belfast, UK.

El-Anwar, O and Aziz, T A (2014) Integrated urban-construction planning framework for slum upgrading projects. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 140(4): B4014003, ISSN 0733-9364

Feghaly, J (2020) Innovative delivery of water infrastructure projects. PhD thesis, Arizona State University, USA.

Galvin, R (2015) Integrating the rebound effect: Accurate predictors for upgrading domestic heating. Building Research & Information, 43(6), pp. 710-722. ISSN 0961-3218

Ganesan, S and Kelsey, J (2006) Technology transfer: International collaboration in Sri Lanka. Construction Management and Economics, 24(7), pp. 743-753. ISSN 1466433X

George, T. and Ganesan, V. (2026) Advanced cuttlefish optimizer-random decision forest (acordf) based design of fractional order pid controller for higher-order time-delay system. Journal of Engineering, Design and Technology, 24(4), pp. 1-34. ISSN 1726-0531

Ghafoori, M (2023) Developing building maintenance and upgrade system (BMUS) to minimize operational cost of existing buildings within available budgets. PhD thesis, University of Colorado at Denver, USA.

Glover, R W (1972) Developing and upgrading minority construction contractors: The Houston and Atlanta experiences. PhD thesis, University of Texas at Austin, USA.

Gschösser, F (2011) Environmental assessment of road constructions: Life cycle assessment of Swiss road pavements and an accompanying analysis of construction and maintenance costs. DSc thesis, ETH Zürich, Switzerland.

Gu, T; Hao, E; Dirks, K; Kieu, M and Zhang, R (2026) Enhancing residents' satisfaction in old community renewal: Application and validation of an extended expectation-disconfirmation theory model. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 152(4): 04026023, ISSN 0733-9364

Gupta, R and Gregg, M (2013) Preventing the overheating of English suburban homes in a warming climate. Building Research & Information, 41(3), pp. 281-300. ISSN 0961-3218

Hackett, J A and Hicks, C M (2007) Estimating as a profession in UK construction. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 14(1), pp. 26-51. ISSN 0969-9988

Halabya, A and El-Rayes, K (2020) Optimizing the planning of pedestrian facilities upgrade projects to maximize accessibility for people with disabilities. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 146(1): 04019088, ISSN 0733-9364

Hall, N L (1988) The history and potential of thatching. PhD thesis, Open University, UK.

Hansen, K L (1993) How strategies happen: An investigation of the decision to upgrade CAD/CIE in architectural, engineering, and construction firms. PhD thesis, Stanford University, USA.

He, Q and Ng, S T (2017) Energy-efficient window retrofit for existing high-rise residential buildings with the consideration of mutual shading. In: Chan, P W and Neilson, C J (eds.) Proceedings of 33rd Annual ARCOM Conference, 4-6 September 2017, Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge, UK.

Hu, Y; Song, J and Zhao, T (2024) Evolutionary game analysis of the intelligent upgrading of smart solar photovoltaic projects. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 31(5), pp. 1835-1856. ISSN 0969-9988

Ibem, E O; Aduwo, E B and Uwakonye, O (2012) Adequacy of incremental construction strategy for housing low-income urban residents in Ogun State, Nigeria. Built Environment Project and Asset Management, 2(2), pp. 182-194. ISSN 2044-124X

Johansson, C (2001) A modularization approach to housing. In: Akintoye, A (ed.) Proceedings of 17th Annual ARCOM Conference, 5-7 September 2001, Salford, UK.

Johar, N (2017) Community participation: A cementing process, theorizing various dimensions and approaches. Journal of Construction in Developing Countries, 22(S1), pp. 47-61. ISSN 1823-6499

Kahandawa, R; Domingo, N; Chawynski, G and Uma, S R (2021) Factors impacting post-earthquake damage repair cost estimations. International Journal of Disaster Resilience in the Built Environment, 12(1), pp. 29-49. ISSN 1759-5916

Kaluarachchi, Y and Jones, K (2014) Promoting low-carbon home adaptations and behavioural change in the older community. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 10(1-2), pp. 131-145. ISSN 1745-2007

Kamaruddin S S, M M F and Mahbub R, Y R M (2013) Perception towards cost implication of mechanisation and automation approach in IBS projects in Malaysia. In: Smith, S D and Ahiaga-Dagbui, D D (eds.) Proceedings of 29th Annual ARCOM Conference, 2-4 September 2013, Reading, UK.

Karvonen, A (2013) Towards systemic domestic retrofit: A social practices approach. Building Research & Information, 41(5), pp. 563-574. ISSN 0961-3218

Kashkool, A M H and Al Ali, S S (2021) Maintenance management of heritage buildings in Iraq. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 28(9), pp. 2448-2465. ISSN 0969-9988

Kumaraswamy, M M; Miller, C J; Rahman, M M; Pickernell, D G; Ng, S T and Wong, I P Y (2006) Developing web-based tools for teaching, training, learning and development: The role of academic institutions. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 2(1-2), pp. 123-135. ISSN 1745-2007

Kurwi, S; Demian, P and Hassan, T M (2017) Integrating BIM and GIS in railway projects: A critical review. In: Chan, P W and Neilson, C J (eds.) Proceedings of 33rd Annual ARCOM Conference, 4-6 September 2017, Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge, UK.

Laryea, S and Watermeyer, R B (2018) Comparison of two infrastructure project implementation models in a developing country. Proceedings of Institution of Civil Engineers: Management, Procurement and Law, 171(1), pp. 3-17. ISSN 17514304

Le, A T H; Domingo, N; Rasheed, E and Park, K S (2018) Building maintenance cost planning and estimating: A literature review. In: Gorse, C and Neilson, C J (eds.) Proceedings of 34th Annual ARCOM Conference, 3-5 September 2018, Queen’s University, Belfast, UK.

Li, J; Zhang, J; Liu, C and Luo, X (2025) What hinders the implementation of carbon emission reduction in the construction industry: Evidence from integrated multi-criteria decision-making in China. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 32(3), pp. 1670-1690. ISSN 0969-9988

Li, Y; Liu, J; Du, X and Zhong, R Y (2025) Creating value from data resources: Research on a service ecosystem symbiosis model of digital transportation infrastructure. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 151(9): 05025009, ISSN 0733-9364

Lim, E C (1996) The analysis of productivity in building construction. PhD thesis, Loughborough University, UK.

Liu, Y; Chang, R D; Zuo, J; Xiong, F and Dong, N (2023) What leads to the high capital cost of prefabricated construction in China: Perspectives of stakeholders. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 30(2), pp. 805-832. ISSN 0969-9988

Low, S P; Gao, S and Ng, E W L (2021) Future-ready project and facility management graduates in Singapore for industry 4.0: Transforming mindsets and competencies. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 28(1), pp. 270-290. ISSN 0969-9988

Mahmoud, S; Hussein, M; Zayed, T and Fahmy, M (2022) Multiobjective optimization model for the life cycle cost-sustainability trade-off problem of building upgrading using a generic sustainability assessment tool. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 148(7): 04022050, ISSN 0733-9364

Mangezi, W (2019) Red tape in upgrading of informal settlements in Nelson Mandela Bay. PhD thesis, Nelson Mandela University, South Africa.

Manoharan, K; Dissanayake, P; Pathirana, C; Deegahawature, D and Silva, R (2023) A guiding model for developing construction training programmes focusing on productivity and performance improvement for different qualification levels. Construction Innovation, 23(4), pp. 733-756. ISSN 1471-4175

Manoharan, K; Dissanayake, P; Pathirana, C; Deegahawature, D and Silva, R (2023) Assessment of critical factors influencing the performance of labour in Sri Lankan construction industry. International Journal of Construction Management, 23(1), pp. 144-155. ISSN 1562-3599

Manoharan, K; Dissanayake, P; Pathirana, C; Deegahawature, D and Silva, R (2024) Assessing the performance and productivity of labour in building construction projects through the application of work-based training practices. Construction Innovation, 24(2), pp. 558-583. ISSN 1471-4175

Manoharan, K; Dissanayake, P B G; Pathirana, C; Deegahawature, D and Silva, K D R R (2022) A curriculum guide model to the next normal in developing construction supervisory training programmes. Built Environment Project and Asset Management, 12(5), pp. 792-822. ISSN 2044-124X

Manoharan, K; Dissanayake, P B G; Pathirana, C; Deegahawature, D and Silva, K D R R (2023) A labour performance score and grading system to the next normal practices in construction. Built Environment Project and Asset Management, 13(1), pp. 36-55. ISSN 2044-124X

Martinez, E; Reid, C K and Tommelein, I D (2019) Lean construction for affordable housing: a case study in Latin America. Construction Innovation, 19(4), pp. 570-593. ISSN 1471-4175

Martins, A N and Rocha, A (2019) Risk and resilient architectural practices in informal settlements: the role of NGOs. International Journal of Disaster Resilience in the Built Environment, 10(4), pp. 276-288. ISSN 1759-5916

Marzouk, M and Zaher, M (2020) Artificial intelligence exploitation in facility management using deep learning. Construction Innovation, 20(4), pp. 609-624. ISSN 1471-4175

Men, Y (2023) Investigation into sustainable solutions for improving small and medium sized museums in China. PhD thesis, De Montfort University, UK.

Mohamed Abdelhaleem, H (2024) International green building systems and Egyptian green pyramid system: A comparative study. International Journal of Construction Management, 24(1), pp. 57-65. ISSN 1562-3599

Mohammadi, A; Amador-Jimenez, L and Nasiri, F (2020) Reliable, effective, and sustainable urban railways: A model for optimal planning and asset management. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 146(6): 04020057, ISSN 0733-9364

Muianga, E A D; Kowaltowski, D C C K and Koolwijk, J S J (2026) Social housing improvement factors for upgrading processes. Building Research & Information, 54(3), pp. 306-329. ISSN 0961-3218

Naghashian, M H (2015) Generalised cost benefit analysis for large infrastructure projects: the case of the Channel Tunnel rail link. PhD thesis, University of Birmingham, UK.

Nguyen, D M; Ding, G and Runeson, G (2020) Energy and economic analysis of environmental upgrading of existing office buildings. Construction Economics and Building, 20(4), pp. 82-102. ISSN 2204-9029

Nguyen, Dinh Manh (2017) Maintenance practices: Improving sustainability performance of existing office buildings: An Australian case study. PhD thesis, University of Technology Sydney, Australia.

Nordby, A S (2011) Carbon reductions and building regulations: The case of Norwegian mountain cabins. Building Research & Information, 39(6), pp. 553-565. ISSN 0961-3218

Nyakala, K S (2017) Developing a road construction quality assurance process measurement tool: The case of Mopani district municipality. DPhil thesis, University of Johannesburg, South Africa.

Ombwayo, J; Kidombo, H and Gakuu, C (2026) Moderating influence of stakeholder involvement on the relationship between project management lifecycle and performance of slum upgrading projects: A case of Nairobi city county, Kenya. International Journal of Construction Management, 26(1), pp. 1-11. ISSN 1562-3599

Oyegoke, A S; McDermott, P; Aouad, G and Cleary, M (2009) Skill competency development strategies by a contractor. Proceedings of Institution of Civil Engineers: Management, Procurement and Law, 162(3), pp. 121-130. ISSN 17514312

Pathak, C (2021) Electric vehicle infrastructure decision support system. PhD thesis, University of Washington, USA.

Pelsmakers, S; Vereecken, E; Airaksinen, M and Elwell, C C A (2019) Void conditions and potential for mould growth in insulated and uninsulated suspended timber ground floors. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 37(4), pp. 395-425. ISSN 23984708

Peukes, I E; Francesco, P and D'Amico, B (2023) Life cycle assessment of 61 ducted gas heating upgrades in Australia. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 41(1), pp. 143-169. ISSN 23984708

Reigle, J A (2000) Development of an integrated project-level pavement management model using risk analysis. PhD thesis, West Virginia University, USA.

Ren, X; Jia, C and Wang, M (2024) Policy effect on technology innovation in prefabricated buildings: An empirical study using the difference-in-differences approach. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 150(10): 04024144, ISSN 0733-9364

Rispoli, M and Organ, S (2019) The drivers and challenges of improving the energy efficiency performance of listed pre-1919 housing. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 37(3), pp. 288-305. ISSN 23984708

Salcedo Rahola, T B (2015) Integrated project delivery methods for energy renovation of social housing. PhD thesis, Delft University of Technology, Netherlands.

Seek, Ngee Huat (1981) Modification of the existing housing stock: A study of housing adjustments through home improvement. PhD thesis, Australian National University, Australia.

Shang, G; Sui Pheng, L and Jia Hui, W (2020) Drivers and barriers for multiskilling workers in the Singapore construction industry. International Journal of Construction Management, 20(4), pp. 289-304. ISSN 1562-3599

Sharma, V (2010) Asset levels of service-based decision support system for municipal infrastructure investment. PhD thesis, University of Alberta, Canada.

Shohet, I M and Perelstein, E (2004) Decision support model for the allocation of resources in rehabilitation projects. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 130(2), pp. 249-257. ISSN 0733-9364

Spence, R (2004) Risk and regulation: Can improved government action reduce the impacts of natural disasters? Building Research & Information, 32(5), pp. 391-402. ISSN 0961-3218

Taheri, Ali (2024) The framework of an infrastructure performance model based on the concepts of civil integrated management (CIM). PhD thesis, Florida State University, USA.

Tan, X.; Xue, X.; Wang, R.; Fan, H. and Ji, A. (2026) Exploring digital-real integration in the construction industry: Driving force of digital technology innovation network embedding. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 152(6): 04026070, ISSN 0733-9364

Tan, W (2003) The development of construction education in Singapore. Journal of Construction Research, 4(2), pp. 207-222. ISSN 1609-9451

Taranu, V; Verbeeck, G and Nuyts, E (2020) Upgrading the energy label for dwellings in Flanders: An example of a behaviourally informed policy tool. Building Research & Information, 48(1), pp. 18-33. ISSN 0961-3218

Tembo, M; Mwanaumo, E M u and Kahanji, C (2023) An investigation into construction tender-price inflation. Journal of Construction Business and Management, 6(1), pp. 17-32. ISSN 2521-0165

Tokede, O; Boggavarapu, M K and Wamuziri, S (2023) Assessment of building retrofit scenarios using embodied energy and life cycle impact assessment. Built Environment Project and Asset Management, 13(5), pp. 666-681. ISSN 2044-124X

Ulrich de Alencastro, J P (2019) The impact of quality management on the thermal performance of social housing in the United Kingdom. PhD thesis, University of Plymouth, UK.

Wahab, A (2024) Integrating building information modeling (BIM) and blockchain technology in the pre-construction planning processes. PhD thesis, Mississippi State University, USA.

Wahab, A; Wang, J; Shojaei, A and Ma, J (2023) A model-based smart contracts system via blockchain technology to reduce delays and conflicts in construction management processes. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 30(10), pp. 5052-5072. ISSN 0969-9988

Wang, Z and Ye, K (2025) Are construction enterprises with higher niches more willing to implement compliance behavior? Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 32(9), pp. 6137-6160. ISSN 0969-9988

Whitman, C J; Prizeman, O; Walker, P and Gwilliam, J A (2020) Heritage retrofit and cultural empathy; a discussion of challenges regarding the energy performance of historic UK timber-framed dwellings. International Journal of Building Pathology and Adaptation, 38(2), pp. 386-404. ISSN 23984708

Wilkinson, R W (1984) Computerized specifications on a small project. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 110(3), pp. 337-345. ISSN 0733-9364

Wong, J M W; Chan, A P C and Chiangn, Y H (2006) The changing construction labour market: A case of Hong Kong. Journal of Engineering, Design and Technology, 4(1), pp. 1-17. ISSN 1726-0531

Xiahou, X; Li, Z; Zuo, J; Wang, Z; Li, K and Li, Q (2024) Critical success factors for the implementation of urban regeneration reits in China: A tism–MICMAC based approach. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 31(1), pp. 363-385. ISSN 0969-9988

Xie, L L; Luo, Y; Hou, L and Yu, J (2025) Determinants for megaproject knowledge innovation management: A Bayesian network analysis. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 32(9), pp. 5885-5912. ISSN 0969-9988

Xu, T; Tiong, R L K; Chew, D A S and Smith, N J (2005) Development model for competitive construction industry in the people's republic of China. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 131(7), pp. 844-853. ISSN 0733-9364

Yan, L; Chen, Y and Cao, T (2024) Integrated construction consulting project performance improvement in China using network structure and team boundary-spanning behavior: A configurational analysis. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 31(11), pp. 4462-4481. ISSN 0969-9988

Zhao, D (2015) Exploring construction safety and control measures through electrical fatalities. PhD thesis, Virginia Tech, USA.

Zhao, Y (2021) Modernizing log construction system: A study on technology advancement and design strategy. PhD thesis, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

de Leon, D E (1996) Integrating socioeconomics in the development of criteria for optimal aseismic design of r/c buildings. PhD thesis, University of California, Irvine, USA.