Browsing AS 2014 Volume 21 Issue 1 by Title
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The carbon footprint and embodied energy of construction material: a comparative analysis of South African BRT stations
(University of the Free State, 2014)English: This article describes strategic design decisions that architects can make during the initial stages of a project to minimise the use of construction materials, reduce carbon emissions and increase energy ... -
Discounting of quantity surveying fees in South Africa
(University of the Free State, 2014)English: The discounting of professional fees has become a cause for concern among South African Quantity Surveying practitioners. These discounts are often 30% to 40% and, in some cases, substantially below the Tariff ... -
The effects of climatic conditions on attitudinal changes towards earth construction in South Africa
(University of the Free State, 2014)English: Earth construction is an appropriate method for building houses in arid and semi-arid areas in South Africa due to its low environmental impact and responsible use of on-site resources. A South African Netherlands ... -
Incentive issues in the South African construction industry: Preliminary findings from project stakeholders
(University of the Free State, 2014)English: Incentives are regarded as motivational tools which can be used to propel construction workforces to achieve project objectives. This article contributes to the existing body of knowledge by evaluating the current ... -
Model for setting priority construction project objectives aligned with monetary incentives
(University of the Free State, 2014)English: A comprehensive model based on priority project objectives aligned with monetary incentives, and agreed upon by built environment stakeholders was developed. A web survey was adopted to send out a questionnaire ...