The DGNB Certification and its Effects on Design Practices for Sustainability in the Building Industry
Author
Hristova, Ana Miroslavova
Term
4. term
Publication year
2016
Submitted on
2016-01-04
Pages
48
Abstract
Dansk byggeri står over for et skifte mod mere bæredygtighed. Samtidig findes der mange forskellige forståelser, certificeringsordninger og standarder, som ikke altid hjælper udviklingen fremad. Denne afhandling, udarbejdet som afgangsprojekt på Aalborg Universitet i København, undersøger, hvordan DGNB-certificeringen påvirker arbejdspraksisser i bæredygtig projektering. DGNB er en certificeringsordning for bæredygtigt byggeri. Dens betydning for samarbejde og innovation blev vurderet gennem et casestudie hos arkitektfirmaet Arkinord A/S. Analysen viser, at DGNB gør arkitekternes designbeslutninger mere bevidste, forbedrer samarbejdet mellem projektets aktører og skaber gode rammer for tværfaglig innovation.
Danish construction is moving toward greater sustainability. At the same time, the many different definitions, certification schemes, and standards do not always support progress. This thesis, completed as a master’s graduation project at Aalborg University Copenhagen, evaluates how the DGNB certification influences working practices in sustainable design. DGNB is a certification system for sustainable buildings. Its role in supporting collaboration and innovation was assessed through a case study at the architecture firm Arkinord A/S. The analysis shows that DGNB makes architects’ design decisions more deliberate, improves collaboration among project participants, and provides a strong basis for cross-disciplinary innovation.
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