S... for Selective Demolition

No, this isn't a sci-fi scenario! Digital twins are real, and even useful in the construction sector, especially for building simulations. The aim? To save time and, above all, make buildings more efficient and sustainable!CONSTRUCTING NEW WOR(L)DS, by Saint-Gobain.Behind words, solutions and innovations for a more sustainable future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if the solution to more sustainable construction was right under our feet? Extracted earth isn’t just rubble – it’s a precious resource. Let’s dig up its long-overlooked potential!CONSTRUCTING NEW WOR(L)DS, by Saint-Gobain.Behind words, solutions and innovations for a more sustainable future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if lightweight construction wasn't just the use of lightweight materials, but a new way of thinking about buildings throughout their entire life cycle? Let's explore all the facets of this construction method, capable of meeting environmental, economic and social challenges.CONSTRUCTING NEW WOR(L)DS, by Saint-Gobain.Behind words, solutions and innovations for a more sustainable future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When buildings are demolished, too much waste ends up in landfills. Why? Because of a lack of recycling facilities. To sustain the value of materials, which are the building blocks of tomorrow’s cities, it’s time we changed our approach to deconstruction. Let’s see how selective demolition is the answer to more circular and sustainable buildings.CONSTRUCTING NEW WOR(L)DS, by Saint-Gobain.Behind words, solutions and innovations for a more sustainable future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The construction industry consumes an enormous amount of raw materials and the extraction and use of these resources represent a heavy burden in terms of greenhouse gas emissions. What about the development of secondary raw materials?CONSTRUCTING NEW WOR(L)DS, by Saint-Gobain.Behind words, solutions and innovations for a more sustainable future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Access to thousands of solutions in seconds so you can achieve the best balance between performance and comfort: that’s the promise of generative design. How does this technology, which blends artificial intelligence with human expertise, have the potential to revolutionize our approach to designing and constructing buildings?CONSTRUCTING NEW WOR(L)DS, by Saint-Gobain.Behind words, solutions and innovations for a more sustainable future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Recovering materials from building demolition. Faced with ever scarcer natural resources and the urgent need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the construction industry is turning to “urban mining” – the recovery of construction materials from demolished buildings. However, what may sound like a virtuous circle is beset with obstacles.CONSTRUCTING NEW WOR(L)DS, by Saint-Gobain.Behind words, solutions and innovations for a more sustainable future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lean Construction, to meet the challenges of productivity and growing environmental demands in the construction sector, is emerging as a solution for the future. Inspired by industrial methods, this approach aims to optimize construction processes by eliminating waste and improving coordination between stakeholders. What’s revolutionary about this way of designing and implementing projects?CONSTRUCTING NEW WORLDS, by Saint-Gobain.Behind words, solutions and innovations for a more sustainable future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adapting a building to the needs of its occupants can be done thanks to modularity. Whether it's a question of construction or interior layout, the principle is the same: change the distribution of building volumes over time to make it more agile, practical and, above all, more sustainable.CONSTRUCTING NEW WORLDS, by Saint-Gobain.Behind words, solutions and innovations for a sustainable future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the construction sector, adaptation has become a necessity due to the increasing frequency of extreme climate events. Today, this concept is profoundly transforming the sector, from design to construction, including the choice of materials and building methods. How can adaptation be incorporated into construction and renovation projects? How can we ensure that our buildings withstand current and future climate conditions, while minimizing the human and financial cost?CONSTRUCTING NEW WORLDS, by Saint-Gobain.Behind words, solutions and innovations for a more sustainable future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.