Systematic Review of Material Selection for Building Envelopes Based on Multi-Criterion Decision-Making
Publication: Construction Research Congress 2024
ABSTRACT
This study conducts a systematic literature review to evaluate existent studies on the use of multi-criterion decision-making (MCDM) methods for selecting building envelope materials and identifies the various criteria and weight distribution techniques employed in this process. The results and discussion section focuses on the environmental impact, cost, technical performance, and social impact criteria, as they were identified as the predominant criteria among the reviewed studies. The results demonstrate that environmental impact and cost criteria consistently carry higher weights in MCDM studies in comparison to the social impact criteria. It is also found that, while numerous MCDM methods have been employed in the building envelope material selection process, the use of a hybrid MCDM approach is found to be the most recommended course. Overall, the findings of this study assist construction specialists in understanding the current practices and limitations in material selection processes for building envelopes and provide insights for future research in this area.
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