The use of duplex stainless steel (DSS) in bridge construction has increased significantly in the last twenty years because of the material's high strength and good corrosion resistance. The high corrosion resistance of DSS results in a low maintenance requirement and hence low life cycle costs. There is now a range of DSS grades available...

In this paper, a circular-economy framework is applied to the prefabricated building sector to explore the environmental advantages of prefabrication in terms of reduction, reusability, adaptability, and recyclability of its components. A qualitative approach is used to revisit the design, construction, and demolition stages of prefabricated buildings; in so doing, the circular-economy framework is applied...

This paper reports on a UK-funded research project on designing for people living with advanced dementia using mixed methodology research and evaluation.

This paper demonstrates an emotion-led design approach, and associated co-design methods, intended to help create medical waiting rooms where patients feel welcomed and cared-for.

Government bodies create programs encouraging seniors to remain active and independent for maintaining quality of life. Typically, councils engage design studios to design active ageing programs where the designer/client interaction is paramount. This study aimed to find out what happens when taking the time to co-design.