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Type: | Journal article |
Title: | Factors influencing the retrofitting of existing office buildings using Adelaide, South Australia as a case study |
Author: | Bruce, T. Zuo, J. Rameezdeen, R. Pullen, S. |
Citation: | Structural Survey, 2015; 33(2):150-166 |
Publisher: | Emerald Group Publishing |
Issue Date: | 2015 |
ISSN: | 0263-080X 1758-6844 |
Statement of Responsibility: | Toby Bruce, Jian Zuo, Raufdeen Rameezdeen, Stephen Pullen |
Abstract: | Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to explore the barriers preventing investment in the re-use of low-grade multi-storey building stock in order to identify attributes that determine whether an existing building is suitable for retrofitting. Design/methodology/approach – Semi-structured interviews were undertaken with key industry practitioners to investigate existing practices and barriers facing low-grade building retrofits and what “ideal” multi-storey building features represent a successful investment opportunity. Findings – The findings showed that tenant commitment is necessary before any project goes ahead and that there exist many barriers influencing the investment decision. These include: high levels of asbestos found in existing buildings; changes in the National Construction Code necessitating enhanced fire safety and disability access; heritage listing; lack of awareness; overestimation of costs involved on simple and effective energy efficiency upgrades and change in tenant demands towards modern and efficient open plan offices. Many low-grade structures are privately owned inherited assets where the owners lack the expertise and capital to undertake retrofitting effectively. Research limitations/implications – The study is focused on the Adelaide CBD in South Australia but the findings are relevant to other Australian cities. Practical implications – There is room in the market for more positive and influential schemes such as the Green Building Fund that encourage more energy efficiency upgrading of these buildings. Social implications – The greater occurrence of retrofitting and re-use of older buildings, rather than demolition and rebuilding, has advantages with regard to reducing the impact of buildings on the environment and promoting sustainability. Originality/value – The research has indicated certain features of older buildings which render them as suitable candidates for retrofitting and refurbishment. |
Keywords: | Sustainability; Barriers; Strategy; Refurbishment; Multi-storey buildings; Retrofitting |
Description: | Research paper |
Rights: | © Emerald Group Publishing Limited |
DOI: | 10.1108/SS-05-2014-0019 |
Published version: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/ss-05-2014-0019 |
Appears in Collections: | Architecture publications Aurora harvest 7 |
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