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This paper focuses on the definition of a method supported by digital processes for a sustainable and user-orientated re-design of the existing building stock. Based on the analysis of the methodological and procedural aspects of the computational approach to architectural design in relation to different performance conditions, the research addresses the adoption of Building Information Modeling (BIM), intended as a powerful method for coordinating the complexity of the multiple, interdisciplinary and conflicting aspects involved in the rehabilitation of buildings. In addition to the advantages in terms of control and management, the BIM process has proven its effectiveness in tackling the issue of sustainability, allowing all actors involved in the research to share information and pro-actively control various outcomes of a building’s performance, such as energy and environmental quality. To show the opportunities and limitations of the digital management in information-based processes, the activities carried out in the framework of the European Horizon 2020 project “Pro-GET-onE—Proactive synergy of inteGrated Efficient Technologies on buildings’ Envelopes” are reported. The research, based on a case study method, which is applied to a student residence in Athens, demonstrates that BIM possesses great potentialities for developing effective and efficient construction and renovation processes toward buildings with high quality standards.
Cecilia Mazzoli; Marco Iannantuono; Vieri Giannakopoulos; Anastasia Fotopoulou; Annarita Ferrante; Simone Garagnani. Building Information Modeling as an Effective Process for the Sustainable Re-Shaping of the Built Environment. Sustainability 2021, 13, 4658 .
AMA StyleCecilia Mazzoli, Marco Iannantuono, Vieri Giannakopoulos, Anastasia Fotopoulou, Annarita Ferrante, Simone Garagnani. Building Information Modeling as an Effective Process for the Sustainable Re-Shaping of the Built Environment. Sustainability. 2021; 13 (9):4658.
Chicago/Turabian StyleCecilia Mazzoli; Marco Iannantuono; Vieri Giannakopoulos; Anastasia Fotopoulou; Annarita Ferrante; Simone Garagnani. 2021. "Building Information Modeling as an Effective Process for the Sustainable Re-Shaping of the Built Environment." Sustainability 13, no. 9: 4658.
This paper investigates the principles that regulate complex stereotomic constructions as a starting point for the design of a new two-dimensional floor structure based on the principles of TIM (Topological Interlocking Materials). These interlocking systems use an assembly of identical Platonic solids which, due to the mutual bearing between adjacent units and the presence of a global peripheral constraint, lock together to form pure geometric shapes. This type of structure offers several advantages such as a high energy dissipation capacity and tolerance towards localised failure, which has made it a popular research topic over the last 30 years. The current research project includes a case study of an assembly of interlocking cubes to create a “flat vault”. The resulting vault design features a striking appearance and its geometry may be manipulated to achieve different two-dimensional solutions, provided certain geometric conditions necessary for the stability of the system are followed.
Francesca Lecci; Cecilia Mazzoli; Cristiana Bartolomei; Riccardo Gulli. Design of Flat Vaults with Topological Interlocking Solids. Nexus Network Journal 2020, 23, 607 -627.
AMA StyleFrancesca Lecci, Cecilia Mazzoli, Cristiana Bartolomei, Riccardo Gulli. Design of Flat Vaults with Topological Interlocking Solids. Nexus Network Journal. 2020; 23 (3):607-627.
Chicago/Turabian StyleFrancesca Lecci; Cecilia Mazzoli; Cristiana Bartolomei; Riccardo Gulli. 2020. "Design of Flat Vaults with Topological Interlocking Solids." Nexus Network Journal 23, no. 3: 607-627.
The current main issue in the construction sector in Europe concerns the energy refurbishment and the reactivation of investments in existing buildings. Guidance for enhancing energy efficiency and encouraging member states to create a market for deep renovation is provided by a number of European policies. Innovative methods and strategies are required to attract and involve citizens and main stakeholders to undertake buildings’ renovation processes, which actually account for just 1% of the total building stock. This contribution proposes technical and financial solutions for the promotion of energy efficient, safe, and attractive retrofit interventions based on the creation of volumetric additions combined with renewable energy sources. This paper focuses on the urban reality of Athens as being an important example of a degraded urban center with a heavy heat island, a quite important heating demand, and a strong seismic vulnerability. The design solutions presented here demonstrate that the strategy of additions, because of the consequent increased value of the buildings, could represent an effective densification policy for the renovation of existing urban settings. Hence, the aim is to trigger regulatory and market reforms with the aim to boost the revolution towards nearly zero energy buildings for the existing building stocks.
Annarita Ferrante; Anastasia Fotopoulou; Cecilia Mazzoli. Sustainable Urban Regeneration through Densification Strategies: The Kallithea District in Athens as a Pilot Case Study. Sustainability 2020, 12, 9462 .
AMA StyleAnnarita Ferrante, Anastasia Fotopoulou, Cecilia Mazzoli. Sustainable Urban Regeneration through Densification Strategies: The Kallithea District in Athens as a Pilot Case Study. Sustainability. 2020; 12 (22):9462.
Chicago/Turabian StyleAnnarita Ferrante; Anastasia Fotopoulou; Cecilia Mazzoli. 2020. "Sustainable Urban Regeneration through Densification Strategies: The Kallithea District in Athens as a Pilot Case Study." Sustainability 12, no. 22: 9462.