A knowledge-based Framework for an aesthetically pleasing Waste-Driven Wall Finish Panel Toward a Sustainable Building Practice in Saudi Arabia

This study emphasizes the need to incorporate sustainable practices into urban planning in Saudi Arabia, therefore helping the country's Vision 2030 goals for a greener future. The research focuses on developing a framework for constructing beautiful wall panels using recycled materials, which is critical for solving energy and environmental issues. By integrating several research methodologies, the study creates an initial framework that is subsequently refined with expert feedback. The findings suggest that employing recycled materials for these wall panels not only improves their beauty but also helps to create a more sustainable and environmentally responsible approach to building in Saudi Arabia. This study's findings provide architects and designers with practical suggestions to assist them in creating more sustainable construction practices in the region.

Name thesis:degree_name

Doctor of Philosophy

Level thesis:degree_level

doctoral

Discipline thesis:degree_discipline

Architecture and Design Research

Department dc:contributor.department

Architecture

Grantor dc:publisher

Virginia Tech

Year dc:date.issued

2024

Author dc:creator

• Almutlaq, Manal Abdullah M.

Chair dc:contributor.committeechair

• Jones, James R.

Committee members dc:contributor.committeemember

• Alkahlan, Bandar Sulaiman
• Aning, Alexander O.
• Frazier, Charles E.

• Biopolymer
• Wall Panel
• Sustainability
• Recycling
• Waste
• Circler Economy

Statement dc:rights

• Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International

Licence dc:rights.uri

• http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/

Language dc:language.iso

en

Dc Identifier Other

vt_gsexam:40808

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:vtechworks.lib.vt.edu:10919/120952