All Outputs (3)

An investigation into the role of Building Information Modelling (BIM) in minimising design changes (2022)
Conference Proceeding
Fooks, W., Mahamadu, A., Kissi, E., Al-Tarazi, D., Booth, C., & Aigbavboa, C. (in press). An investigation into the role of Building Information Modelling (BIM) in minimising design changes.

Conceptually, Building Information Modelling (BIM) has been in existence for decades. However, BIM has only recently gained widespread application in the construction industry. There are mandates in place for BIM use in many countries. With this incr... Read More about An investigation into the role of Building Information Modelling (BIM) in minimising design changes.

Physical comfort in our homes: An architectural perspective (2022)
Conference Proceeding
Al-Tarazi, D., Sara, R., Redford, P., & Rice, L. (in press). Physical comfort in our homes: An architectural perspective.

The current paper investigates the relationship between the physical comfort in homes (warmth, light, and ventilation) and inhabitants' psychological well-being. In particular, the paper looks at users' perception of home, and the role of satisfactio... Read More about Physical comfort in our homes: An architectural perspective.

“What makes a house a home?”: A theoretical model for the architectural design of homes based on human psychological needs to support and promote users’ psychological well-being (2021)
Thesis
Al-Tarazi, D. “What makes a house a home?”: A theoretical model for the architectural design of homes based on human psychological needs to support and promote users’ psychological well-being. (Thesis). University of the West of England. Retrieved from https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/6112388

The current PhD thesis investigates the relationship between the Architectural design of homes and inhabitants’ psychological well-being. Psychological wellbeing is understood to be achieved by addressing human psychological needs. In fact, while the... Read More about “What makes a house a home?”: A theoretical model for the architectural design of homes based on human psychological needs to support and promote users’ psychological well-being.