Wooden Facade Renovation and Additional Floor Construction for Suburban Development in Finland

Karjalainen, Markku; Ilgın, Hüseyin Emre; Metsäranta, Lauri; Norvasuo, Markku

doi:10.5772/intechopen.101620

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“…Timber as a main building material is a part of the answer to beat the challenges of environmental and sustainability issues (Karjalainen, Ilgın, Metsäranta, & Norvasuo, 2021). Adding additional wooden floors might make residential districts more appealing (Karjalainen, Ilgın, Metsäranta, & Norvasuo, 2022).…”

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Interior Modification of Residential Housing in Flood Prone Areas

Hidayati

Noviana

Rosyidi³

2023

IJDM

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For over two decades (1998, 2008, 2019), floods have occurred in Samarinda in various intensities and different areas. In Bengkuring, flooding has submerged houses for days since 2008. It happens for days with an average depth of 0.5-1 meter. Flooding can cause minor, moderate, and severe damage or destruction of homes, property, and community disorders. People whose homes are submerged by floods make some adaptations to mitigate. Some modifications are to create a small barrier in front of the house, raise the floor, and repair waterways. Safe space is crucial during floods, especially in a one-story house. This study aims to improve the form of adaptation in residential homes in flood-prone areas. Similarly, the objective is to modify the interior to create a safe space for goods and occupants. The method of data analysis is based on Space Syntax Analysis J-Graphs. Occasionally, J-Graphs can efficiently explain interior modifications, including the ratio and layer of safe spaces, the number of indoor and outdoor connecting rooms, and the ring configuration. Through the design approach and prototype demonstration, it is possible to install interior modifications by making mezzanine floors and utilizing the attic. Although most previous research on building adaptation focused on home construction, home interior modification promises advantages that will result in a more straightforward and workable project for the community's needs.

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Interior Modification of Residential Housing in Flood Prone Areas

Hidayati

Noviana

Rosyidi³

2023

IJDM

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“…In the literature, numerous surveys present the technical features of ETPs, their use in building construction, and diverse technical solutions (e.g., [25][26][27][28]). Several surveys focus on timber as a construction material from the viewpoints of key specialists (e.g., [29][30][31][32]) and users or inhabitants (e.g., [33,34]); whereas there is a very limited number of comprehensive comparative design studies on architectural and structural parameters of multistory and tall timber buildings (e.g., [35][36][37]).…”

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Tallest Timber Buildings: Main Architectural and Structural Design Considerations

Ilgın¹,

Karjalainen²

2023

Wood Industry - Past, Present and Future Outlook

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Since the end of the twentieth century, the question of how to deal with the increasing scarcity of resources has been at the center and the need for renewable materials has come to the fore, especially in the construction sector. A possible solution to these environmental challenges is represented by the development of engineered timber products, which allowed the realization of tall timber structures. Their main drivers are decarbonization, forest management, and timber life cycle, urbanization, and densification, productivity in the construction industry, and the benefits of using timber indoors. In this context, this chapter will analyze data from the 10 tallest timber building cases to enhance the understanding of contemporary trends. Data are collected through literature surveys and case studies to analyze the main architectural and structural design concerns to contribute to the knowledge about the growing tall timber structures around the world. By revealing up-to-date features of the tallest timber towers, it is thought that this chapter will contribute to aiding and directing key construction professionals such as architects, structural engineers, and contractors, in the design and construction of future tall timber building developments.

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“…At the level of construction materials, this objective can be achieved by adopting solutions that promote either reduced usage of the same material or the incorporation of alternative ecological materials [13][14][15]. Concrete and steel, which are the most employed building materials today, are carbon-intensive materials [16][17][18]. As per the International Energy Agency, the production of one ton of steel results in the direct release of approximately 1.4 tons of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere [19].…”

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Insights from Finnish Experts on the Construction Practices and Future Prospects of Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT)

Ilgın,

Karjalainen

2023

Forests

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Given that CLT is a relatively recent innovation, there is a notable scarcity of market research in Finland. Presently, there is a limited body of literature that provides a thorough comprehension of the present state, varied applications, and anticipated future developments concerning the use of CLT within the Finnish construction sector. The limited availability of research data underscores the need for more extensive studies to fill this knowledge gap and provide a more nuanced insight into the evolving landscape of CLT adoption within the Finnish construction industry. This article aims to fill this gap through semi-structured, in-depth interviews with 15 Finnish experts. Key findings highlighted that (1) the hierarchical order of familiarity with CLT among construction professionals in Finland, ranging from highest to lowest, was identified as follows: architects, engineers, developers, builders, and contractors; (2) a pronounced necessity exists for heightened expertise and training within the realm of CLT; (3) CLT was considered a promising option in endeavors aimed at mitigating the impacts of climate crises; (4) CLT showcased adaptability to environments marked by highly fluctuating climatic conditions, emphasizing the importance of a comprehensive approach, including proactive maintenance strategies; (5) Finland adopted commendable and forward-looking sustainable practices in forest management; (6) the adaptability of CLT across a wide range of building categories; (7) the perceived vulnerabilities in CLT construction primarily included a lack of cost-competitiveness, insufficient sound insulation, and inadequate production volume; and (8) key future market prospects encompassed the versatility of CLT, increasing demand propelled by environmental considerations, and collaborative advancements in hybrid construction techniques. This article will contribute to the greater usage of CLT in the building industry in Finland by revealing the challenges, potential, and future outlook of CLT use.

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Wooden Facade Renovation and Additional Floor Construction for Suburban Development in Finland

Cited by 22 publications

References 31 publications

Interior Modification of Residential Housing in Flood Prone Areas

Interior Modification of Residential Housing in Flood Prone Areas

Tallest Timber Buildings: Main Architectural and Structural Design Considerations

Insights from Finnish Experts on the Construction Practices and Future Prospects of Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT)

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