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As a member of the team that specified the design for your case study site used in the first coursework, you have been commissioned to design and construct an exclusive private dwelling within the development. The design is to focus on three major aspects of your private dwelling including:  Sustainable construction materials  sustainable construction methods, techniques, processes and site management practices  Sustainable building services, resources and facilities

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Sustainable construction on a brownfield site (75%) Specifying materials, services and construction techniques: As a member of the team that specified the design for your case study site used in the first coursework, you have been commissioned to design and construct an exclusive private dwelling within the development. The design is to focus on three major aspects of your private dwelling including:    Sustainable construction materials sustainable construction methods, techniques, processes and site management practices Sustainable building services, resources and facilities Your report should justify the choice of materials, methods, construction management approaches, as well as sustainable services, resources and facilities, with particular emphasis on specifications that consider various indices of sustainability. Among others, the following indices of sustainability could be used for justifying the choices made:        The life cycle, environmental cost and embodied energy of chosen materials The effect of indoor climate on the health, comfort and productivity of users The social aspects of the building in its suitability for different kinds of users (e.g. elderly people, parents with young children and disabled). Access to services needed by the users of the building Support for social cohesion and relationships. Economic justification for materials choice and construction technology The choice of energy and building services You are expected to identify and explain the guiding sustainability principles for your proposal, choice of materials, services, construction method and project management decisions. Submission Requirements The assignment submission will be in report format, approximately 3,600 words in length, conforming to appropriate written assignment standards. Dividing the submission into sections by using sub-headings makes presentation and reading easier, and a robust conclusion (drawing on arguments presented in your writing) is a vital element. Reference sources can be freely drawn on but remember to cite the source(s) used, and identify them properly in the References section. Submission Date/Requirement Date: This module requires you to submit your coursework via Turnitin, whose folder is included on module content page. Turnitin is a worldwide text-matching service; you can also use this to help check your references. Using Turnitin, you can also revise, re-check and resubmit your work right up to 24hrs before the submission date and time. To make use of this checking service you must submit your work early. No resubmissions will be accepted after the deadline date. CAUTION: Please note that if you submit your work in Turnitin and then decide to revise or override the original copy, you will automatically lose the freedom to get the similarity index within 24hrs after three attempts. To reiterate, if you decide to make use of the checking service, then you must also be prepared to resubmit your work earlier giving a minimum of 24hrs lag to the deadline in order to get your similarity index report. If you ignore this and try to request a similarity index on the handing in date then, unfortunately, the system will freeze on you with a ‘pending’ notice Discussion Board: Please note that the module discussion boards are designed to provide a rich source of collaborative thought and ideas, and to provide a platform for you to investigate and log the various aspects of your design. This is expected to formatively influence the content of your final (design) report. As much as you are engaging one another, the module leader would also be able to offer suggestions through the discussion board. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 1) • • • What are the submission requirements? Word counts are +/- 10% and exclude title pages, contents pages, figures/ tables, appendices, and reference lists. Harvard referencing must be used throughout. Assignment marking will stop at the point where the word count limit is met; any words beyond that limit will not be assessed. 2) What should be the size of the proposed site? You are not expected to produce any real design, therefore the size of the site is not important. The only important factor to be considered here as stated in the brief is that your site is a mixeduse development. 3) Do I need to specify the number of commercial/ residential units and their floor areas within the development? No. You are required to explain what the mixed-use development is, what it includes and how the mixed-uses interrelate with each other and the local context. 4) How important are drawings/ sketches/ diagrams? You are producing a report to justify what would be included in your design and construction – you are not required to (nor will be assessed on) produce any real design. You may wish to use existing images, photographs or hand sketches to support your proposal. 5) What is the preferred layout of the final proposal? • Your proposal should be presented as a professional report and should consider both elements of the assignment. There is not a preferred layout for the final proposal, but you should consider readability and use subheadings/ signposting. • You must use clear and succinct language and include only relevant information. DO NOT use personal pronouns or subjective language such as ‘eco-friendly/ massive/ great’, etc. • ENSURE that you introduce abbreviated terms fully before using them. • Remember that your client is nontechnical so your language should be appropriately pitched. • There is a lot of information to present so I suggest that less is more in terms of the number of measures you propose; it is more important to demonstrate joined up thinking between those that you do. 6) Is this an academic or a professional piece of work? This is an academic piece of work but written for a built environment professional. It is therefore important that you use appropriate and accessible language and do not assume the reader’s knowledge. As a post-graduate, it is essential that you fully reference your work. If you are unclear on the Harvard referencing system, please speak with your academic advisor or refer to the university ‘quote-unquote’ guidance found here. 7) Is there a marking scheme? Yes, the marking scheme for assessment component one can be seen within the assignment brief. The marking scheme for your final design can be seen in the table below. Assessment criteria for coursework 2 Sustainable construction materials (30%) The student demonstrated a thorough understanding of sustainable construction materials. Choice of construction materials would have been influenced by the three pillars of sustainability and the decision to use a material would be influenced by the whole life impacts of the material. 70% and above There will be many examples of research into various materials, and final choice would have been influenced by several indices of sustainability and suitability of the materials. Suitable materials would be selected and justified for all elements of the proposed building. There would be evidence of adequate comparison between different materials. 21 – 30 marks 60-69% The student demonstrated a strong awareness of sustainable construction methods and materials, and their potential impact. Good consideration was given to all pillars of sustainability while selecting materials for construction, and the analysis is sensitive to the whole life impacts of the different materials. Various materials would have been considered, and the final material choice would be guided by the indices of sustainability and suitability of the materials. Suitable materials would be selected and Sustainable construction methods, technology and site management practices (20%) Sustainable services, resources and facilities (30%) The student demonstrated a thorough understanding of the social, economic and environmental impacts of different construction methods, techniques, process and site management practices. The choice of construction techniques and site management practices is underpinned by these considerations as well as the suitability of the method for the proposed development. The student considered a wide range of sustainable services and facilities including heating, ventilation, lighting and water resources, among others. Their choice was underpinned by a thorough understanding of the social, economic and environmental impacts of different options. Building materials, building elements and construction technology are also sensitive to sustainable service supply. There will be many examples of research into sustainability aspects of different construction techniques, sustainable site management and construction methods. The proposed construction project would clearly consider the three pillars of sustainability as well as various aspects of building regulation and other legislative requirements. 14 – 20 marks The student demonstrated a very good understanding of the social, economic and environmental impacts of different construction methods and site management practices. The choice of these is underpinned by environmental considerations. Suitability of the construction technique for the proposed development adequately considered. There will be several examples of research into sustainability aspects of different Effectiveness of referencing and quality sources of evidence (10%) Consistently high standards of referencing and source attribution. Evidence that a wide range of literature has been used and they have been drawn from quality academic sources. Various resources were compared, and the final choices made were underpinned by the three pillars of sustainability. Some evidence of payback period is presented, and reference is made to relevant legislative provisions. All major building services, resources and facilities would be considered. Comparison between different design, materials and methods were underpinned by reliable sources of evidence throughout. 21 – 30 marks 7 – 10 marks The student considered a wide range of sustainable services and facilities including heating, ventilation, lighting and water resources, among others. Their choice was underpinned by a thorough understanding of the social, economic and environmental impacts of different options. Building materials, building elements and construction technology are also sensitive to sustainable service supply. Referencing and source attribution of a good standard. A good range of literature has been sourced from quality. Most decision made were substantiated with reliable academic literature Clarity and written quality (10%) Fluently and elegantly expressed throughout with a coherent structure. Relevant illustrative images and sketches are adequately used, and the materials are effectively incorporated into the report. 7 – 10 marks Consistently good standard of written and verbal expression. Illustrative materials are well-chosen, and they are effectively into the report. justified for all major elements of the proposed building. construction techniques, methods and site management practices. There would be a good balance between the three pillars of sustainability. The proposed construction activities would be sensitive to various legislative requirements and the sustainability aspects of various activities to be carried out. 12 – 14 marks The student presented a competent appraisal of different construction techniques, methods, processes and site management practices as well as their environmental impacts. 17 – 21 marks The student will have presented a competent appraisal of sustainable construction materials, and their potential impact. There will be sufficient evidence of research into their sustainability and effectiveness, and conclusions will be drawn with relevant support. 50-59% 40-49% Major elements of the proposed building would have been specified, and the justifications for the choices made would be based on various indices of sustainability. Justifications would also be based on at least two pillars of sustainability. The choice of construction technique is largely influenced by their suitability and their impacts on the environment. Attention was paid to all aspects of site management and methods of construction with only minor omission. 14 – 17 marks The student will have presented a reasonable appraisal of sustainable construction materials, and their potential impacts. However, this might be based on only one or two pillar(s) of sustainability. 9 – 12 marks The student presented a good appraisal of different construction techniques, methods, processes and site management practices as well as their environmental impacts. Major building elements would be considered, but the research may be lacking in both amount and evidence of usage, and conclusions will be inadequately supported. There would be a lack of comparison between various materials. Sustainable construction methods and site management practices were considered, but the report is lacking adequate justification for the choices made. Attention would be paid to some aspects of site management and methods of construction but some important aspects of the whole process were not adequately considered. 6 – 9 marks 11 – 14 marks 6 – 7 marks Some evidence of payback period is presented, and reference is made to legislative provisions. All major building services, resources and facilities would be considered. 17 – 21 marks The student considered a wide range of sustainable services and facilities including heating, ventilation, lighting and water resources, among others. Their choice was underpinned by a good understanding of the social, economic and environmental impacts of different options. Building materials, building elements and construction technology are also sensitive to sustainable service supply. All major building services, resources and facilities would be considered. 14 – 17 marks The student considered some aspects of sustainable services and facilities including heating, ventilation, lighting and water resources, among others. The choice of heating, ventilation and lighting is underpinned by environmental aspects of sustainability. Some thoughts would be given to economic aspects of building elements and facilities. All major building services, resources and facilities would be considered. 11 – 14 marks 6 – 7 marks Referencing and source attribution mainly methodical and accurate. Evidence has been identified from a limited range of sources, some of which are academic. Generally good standard of written and verbal expression with the use of some appropriate illustrative material Very negligible errors in spelling or formatting 5 – 6 marks 5 – 6 marks Referencing and source attribution are mostly accurate. There are some lapses in revealing sources clearly and accurately. Very limited evidence of academic literature. 4 – 5 marks Good use of language, but there may be some errors in spelling and the use of grammar. Illustrative material sometimes poorly considered and/or fails to communicate the main messages. Organisation of the material may fail to address the need to communicate with the reader. 4 – 5 marks 0-39% The student will have presented some reasonable appraisal of sustainable construction materials, and their potential impacts. However, this might be based on only one pillar of sustainability. The specification may be insensitive to the overall effectiveness of the materials. A reasonable attempt was made to justify the choice of construction method and site management approach from environmental point of view, but the report is lacking in detail. Most aspects of the whole construction processes were not adequately addressed. The research may be lacking in both amount and evidence of usage, and conclusions will be inadequately supported. Only a few building elements would be considered. Conclusions will be inadequately supported. 0 – 10 marks 0 – 6 marks A reasonable attempt was made to justify the choice of various building services including heating, ventilation, lighting and water resources, among others. There is a limited evidence to justify the social, economic and environmental benefits of the choice made. Some important building services, resources and facilities may not be considered. 0 – 10 marks Lack of consistency in referencing and source attribution. Language lacks clarity. Several errors of spelling and grammar. Some lapses in revealing sources clearly and accurately. Very limited evidence of academic literature. Illustrative material sometimes poorly considered and/or generally missing. Tendency to rely on unreliable or inappropriate sources. 0 – 3 marks Organisation of the materials may fail to address the need to communicate with the reader. 0 – 3 marks MSC Building Surveying 202410 ARCS727 - Sustainable Construction Sustainable Planning and Design on Al-Ruwais District, Jeddah Student ID: c7555037 Word Count:1,350 Contents MSC Building Surveying 202324..................................................................................... 1 Introduction.................................................................................................................................... 3 Establishing a Balanced Building Mix ....................................................................................... 3 Integrating Green Infrastructure and Advanced Drainage Solutions ................................... 3 Harmonizing New Development with Existing Architectural Heritage.................................. 5 Enhancing Mobility through a Sustainable Transport Network ............................................. 6 Placing Community Services and Facilities at the Core ........................................................ 6 Orienting Buildings for Optimal Thermal Comfort ................................................................... 7 Designing Functional and Inviting Outdoor Spaces ................................................................ 8 Leveraging Sustainable Technologies for Long-Term Resilience ......................................... 8 Conclusion ..................................................................................................................................... 8 Reference ...................................................................................................................................... 9 Introduction As an urban case study, Al-Ruwais District is centrally situated in the city of Jeddah and has good and bad lights for sustainable development. Al-Ruwais was developed originally as an unplanned settlement and is currently characterized by infrastructural shortcomings and unused spaces that require a sustainable transformation of the architecture and urban design of the city. From this perspective, the architectural layout of this proposal for the city of Al-Ruwais will portray a social, environmental, and economic sustainable development that will sufficiently meet the challenging needs of its inhabitants. More specific strategies for the district redevelopment include the mixed-use layout, better WUI green infrastructure, better public transport, and thermal comfort to ensure sustainable urban growth in compliance with Jeddah Vision 2030. Establishing a Balanced Building Mix The new configuration of Al-Ruwais will have a functional separation of residential uses, commercial areas, and community areas. Specific provisions for varied housing opportunities will address passwords across the various income brackets to encourage current residents to stay put and obtain new residents in the community. By inserting commercial places and local stores within residential compounds, this proposal seeks to make small-scale independent commercial hubs to minimize traveling distances and help achieve the economic development of local facilities (Fatani et al., 2019). This design philosophy promotes both environmental sustainability since transport emissions are virtually eliminated and, more fundamentally, economic stability. Integrating Green Infrastructure and Advanced Drainage Solutions In Al-Ruwais, which is even more cramped, it is necessary to create comfortable parks and garden areas or green roofs of working districts. Green infrastructure has an important restorative effect on people, both mentally and physically, and performs utilitarian values like mitigating urban heat island effect and enhancing air quality. Other research has indicated that Jeddah’s green space per capita remains very low compared with best practice indicators, and the ordinary citizen has limited access to nearby parks in a radius of 500 meters (Khalil, 2014). Placing green zones in the environments offers residents the possibility of proximity to nature, enhancing pedestrian accessibility and activity. Figure 1: Comparison of Jeddah green space per capita with existing standards (Khalil, 2014) This suggestion also includes the bioswale plan and permeable pavement in visible traffic zones to control floods since a high-intensity, but low-frequency stream characterizes Jeddah. These correlate [elements] to environmental sustainability by addressing issues of Biodiversity, Water, and Urban Heat Island effects to design an attractive and environmentally conscious neighborhood (Aljoufie & Tiwari, 2015). Figure 2: Percentage of green spaces in districts of Jeddah (Khalil, 2014) Harmonizing New Development with Existing Architectural Heritage Maintaining the district's spirit concerning its architectural features is important, not just because Al-Ruwais is an example of architectural uniqueness. To create an organic sense of connection between the proposed development and the architectural character of Jeddah, the design for the project will incorporate several locally specific features: preferring materials that can be sourced locally, using earth tones for the building's façade, and incorporating decorative elements that are distinctive to Jeddah. These elements harmonize the look of the new construction with the historical ones and apply conceptual innovations in the use of sustainable materials and energy-effective design. It adds to the identity and unity of the community in a city where the dynamism of change might erode the traditional touch, which is very sensible in architectural designs (Mandeli, 2019). This architectural integration will enhance the unity of the environment by linking the old and new districts while strengthening the social base of the district. Figure 3:Residential areas in old and new Jeddah (Mandeli, 2019) Enhancing Mobility through a Sustainable Transport Network Able and convenient transport is critical in the sustainable redevelopment of Al-Ruwais. The circulation systems focus on pedestrian networks, cycling infrastructure, and functional public transport links like trams and buses that integrate the district with the rest of Jeddah. This transport model increases accessibility while reducing the number of cars in the transport systems within the district. Implementing an interconnected transport system that enables the use of more than one form of transport will facilitate mobility across Al-Ruwais and other parts of Jeddah, thereby lowering the carbon footprint of the district (Al-Dweik & Nayer, 2020). By focusing on these environmentally friendly types of transit, we hope to foster a sense of transportation-oriented development that targets creating a district that is both convenient and sustainable from the standpoint of emissions and overall quality of life. Figure 4: Road and transport network blueprint for Al-Ruwais, highlighting pedestrian zones, cycle paths, and tram stops to enhance sustainable mobility (Al-Dweik & Nayer, 2020) Placing Community Services and Facilities at the Core Accessibility and quality of life lay at the core of the redevelopment plan for Al-Ruwais. Security features will remain closely linked to trade areas and be positioned in proximity to major clusters of residences such as schools, healthcare facilities, and community centers. Such closeness not only enhances the convenience of residents' daily lives but also enhances the opportunities for social sustainability by increasing interaction between residents, thereby decreasing the chances of discrimination in service delivery (El-Shorbagy & El-Shafie, 2014). Accessibility of these services is important to ensure the district is preferred and sustainable for residents now and in the future. Figure 5: Centralized public service areas in Al-Ruwais to ensure ease of access and promote social inclusivity within the community. (El-Shorbagy & El-Shafie, 2014) Orienting Buildings for Optimal Thermal Comfort Building orientation is critical in determining energy utilization and comfort in Jeddah, particularly due to the prevailing warm climate. This proposal employs the north-south axis for the principal building that houses the residential and commercial aspects to reduce the impact of direct sunlight. Curtain walling and roofs will incorporate low thermal emittance surfaces that retain lower temperatures, artificially avoiding heat gain and loads on artificial cooling systems. This method is backed by research that shows that north-south kingdom orientations lower temperatures by up to 3°C in certain daylight hours, as far as outside comfort in Al-Ruwais is concerned (Hegazy & Qurnfulah, 2020). All these features make the redevelopment competent in providing a beneficial impact on the environmental and economic aspects, as people do not need to use intensive air-conditioning systems, and the spaces created are comfortable for the inhabitants throughout the whole year. Designing Functional and Inviting Outdoor Spaces This proposal includes all-season plazas, outdoor sports areas, and pathways with trees and shade to create a concrete, alive, and energetic community environment (Badawi, 2017). These places are meant for social use and to allow users to easily engage in social activities, exercise, and recreation in their locality. Seats and pathways are fitted with shades to increase usage of open space during good weather to make it more cherisable. In the light of regeneration, Al-Ruwais can introduce social sustenance by making landscape appealing, available, and welcoming. Such facilities can complement the social and economic relevance of the district, thereby giving competitors added value to compare with Residents and Investors. Leveraging Sustainable Technologies for Long-Term Resilience This proposal embraces Vision 2030 of Jeddah, and therefore the plans for improving the future performance of Al-Ruwais embrace the use of high-level green technologies. Thus, some of the measures have been recommended which can be achieved according to the author include installation of solar panel and roofs for energy; rain water harvesting for water; LED for energy water demand of the district (Youssef et al., 2014). These technologies enhance cost cutting on operations, less carbon emission, and resource conservation in this tender vegetation belt. Therefore, incorporating sustainable technologies guarantees the district's environmental and economic sustainability and a sustainable, climate-ready district to meet the community's future demands. Conclusion Al-Ruwais District sustainable redevelopment is a good example of how urban planning practice can consider the social benefits of the inhabitants as well as the impact of the redevelopment on the environmental context. This proposal to revitalize Al-Ruwais depends on green infrastructure, efficient transportation, energy-saving structures, and community-oriented services to transform Al-Ruwais, and indeed Jeddah, into an example of developing sustainably. Particular attention was paid to each design element to create a balanced environment that integrates the district into the historical context, contemporary Jeddah society’s needs, and sustainable development standards. Reference Al-Dweik, M. W., & Nayer, A. (2020). DEVELOPMENT OF EFFICIENT TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM IN JEDDAH (TRAM SYSTEM: AL-MUNTALAQ MULTIMODAL STATION). Journal of Critical Reviews, 7(08). https://doi.org/10.31838/jcr.07.08.150 Aljoufie, M., & Tiwari, A. (2015). VALUING ‘GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE’ IN JEDDAH: a CITY LOST IN ‘GREY’ INFRASTRUCTURE. Journal of Architecture and Urbanism, 39(4), 248–259. https://doi.org/10.3846/20297955.2015.1113901 Badawi, S. (2017). Sustainable Approach for Developing Local Mixed- use Streets Case Study Beit Al Maqdis Street in Jeddah. Procedia Environmental Sciences, 37, 374–385. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.proenv.2017.03.003 El-Shorbagy, A., & El-Shafie, M. (2014). AN ASSESSMENT STUDY OF UNPLANNED SETTLEMENTS CASE STUDY: AL-RUWAIS DISTRICT, JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA. European Scientific Journal ESJ, 10(32). https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Dr_Abdel-moniem_ElShorbagy/publication/270795262_AN_ASSESSMENT_STUDY_OF_UNPLANNED_SETTLEMEN TS_CASE_STUDY_ALRUWAIS_DISTRICT_JEDDAH_SAUDI_ARABIA/links/54b4fb350cf26833efd04dba.pdf?disableC overPage=true Fatani, K. A., Mohamed, M., & Al-Khateeb, S. (2019). Survey based Sustainable Socio-Cultural Guidelines for Neighbourhood design in Jeddah. IOP Conference Series Earth and Environmental Science, 385(1), 012050. https://doi.org/10.1088/1755-1315/385/1/012050 Hegazy, I. R., & Qurnfulah, E. M. (2020). Thermal comfort of urban spaces using simulation tools exploring street orientation influence of on the outdoor thermal comfort: a case study of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. International Journal of Low-Carbon Technologies, 15(4), 594–606. https://doi.org/10.1093/ijlct/ctaa028 Khalil, R. (2014). Quantitative evaluation of distribution and accessibility of urban green spaces (Case study: City of Jeddah). INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF GEOMATICS AND GEOSCIENCES, 3(4). Mandeli, K. (2019). Public space and the challenge of urban transformation in cities of emerging economies: Jeddah case study. Cities, 95, 102409. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cities.2019.102409 Youssef, A. M., Pradhan, B., Sefry, S. A., & Abdullah, M. M. A. (2014). Use of geological and geomorphological parameters in potential suitability assessment for urban planning development at Wadi Al-Asla basin, Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Arabian Journal of Geosciences, 8(8), 5617–5630. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12517-014-1663-9 Sust Con Reassessment 1 Abdullah Alharbi Abdullah Hamdan - Assessment - Sustainable Constraction - 15909 - AUT… Criteria Design Proposal Score Comment The student will have demonstrated a thorough and critical understanding of the sustainable urban design and exhibited ability to evaluate and critically reflect upon the contextual, theoretical, sustainable urban design and technical research in relation to their design development. The design mix, planning, services provided, and the use type will pay thorough attention to the social, economic and environmental aspects of sustainable urban environment. The proposed design will demonstrate an excellent understanding of sustainable urban design principles. All the design decisions made would be underpinned by relevant literature and various sustainable urban design principles. The report would appraise different design decisions, and the final design proposal would reflect an adequate mix of the social, economic and environmental aspects of sustainability. 45 The report breaks down the design into clear sections and demonstrates a solid understanding of sustainability principles. However, the critical analysis of decisions and their specific impacts on the Al-Ruwais District is lacking. For example, while green infrastructure and sustainable transport systems are mentioned, there’s little discussion on how these address Jeddah’s specific challenges, such as limited green spaces or transport inefficiencies. Statements need robust justification supported by in-text citations to show academic rigor. Critical evaluation of the pros and cons of your design choices and their alignment with Jeddah Vision 2030 would strengthen your argument. Referencing Score Comment Consistently high standards of referencing and source attribution. Evidence that a wide range of literature has been used and they have been drawn from quality academic sources. Comparison between different design, materials and methods were underpinned by reliable sources of evidence throughout. 5 The bibliography contains credible sources, but the lack of in-text citations undermines the validity of your claims. For example, discussions of green infrastructure, thermal comfort, and architectural heritage should directly cite supporting literature. This gap weakens your argument and limits the academic rigour of your work. Expanding the range of literature to include more case studies or theoretical frameworks would provide depth. Properly integrating and citing your figures and visuals is also essential. Written Quality Score Comment Fluently and elegantly expressed throughout with a coherent structure. Relevant illustrative images and sketches are adequately used, and the materials are effectively incorporated into the report. 6 The report is well-structured and logically organized, making it easy to follow. However, avoid third-person phrasing and adopt a more academic tone. Visuals and figures, while useful, need to be better integrated into the narrative and explicitly referenced in the text. For instance, discuss how each figure directly supports your argument (e.g., "Figure 3 illustrates..."). Proofreading is needed to correct minor errors and refine sentence structure for clarity. Expand sections where ideas are briefly introduced to add depth and demonstrate critical thinking. Total Score: 56 Close
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Sustainable Construction of a Private Dwelling on a Brownfield Site in Al-Ruwais
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Executive Summary
This report aims to provide a clear and clearly explained strategy for the successful and
sustainable regeneration of a private house within the Al-Ruwais District in Jeddah by tackling
the overall problems of environmental, social, and economic sustainability. The district's
stakeholders and environmental and socio-economic characteristics propose using novel
construction materials, technologies, and site management strategies. Based on the directions of
Jeddah Vision 2030, the report calls for including recycled concrete, cross-laminated timber, and
green roofing to minimize the environmental footprint while enhancing energy performance and
thermal comfort. By adopting precasting and energy-efficient construction methods, wastes and
emissions within this densely developed site are also reduced.
Even the ability to provide sustainable building services like solar photovoltaic systems, grey
water treatment, high-efficiency HVAC, etc., helps save resources, and a low operating cost is
incurred. In this context, environmental sustainability is achieved through green programs, public
open spaces and accessible amenities that support social sustainability. On the economic front,
the work generates local employment, sustains resources, and delivers value based upon
established criteria such that its execution is feasible and effective.
Finally, the report shows how the proposed dwelling fits into the framework of Jeddah Vision
2030 before concluding that the dwelling could be a marker for other sustainable development
projects in the region.

Table of Contents
Executive Summary ........................................................................................................................ 2
Introduction ..................................................................................................................................... 6
Sustainable Construction Materials ................................................................................................ 6
Structural Materials ..................................................................................................................... 7
Recycled Concrete .................................................................................................................. 7
Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) ............................................................................................. 8
Insulation Materials .................................................................................................................... 9
Sheep Wool ........................................................................................................................... 10
Cork....................................................................................................................................... 10
Roofing Materials ..................................................................................................................... 10
Green Roofs .......................................................................................................................... 11
Solar-Reflective Coatings ..................................................................................................... 12
Sustainable Construction Methods and Site Management Practices ............................................ 12
Sustainable Construction Methods ........................................................................................... 13
Prefabrication and Modular Construction ............................................................................. 13
Permeable Paving and Bioswales ......................................................................................... 14
Sustainable Construction Techniques ..................................................................

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