3.1. Principles of Circular Construction

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is Design for Disassembly?

   Hint

   Think about how we can recover materials.

2. 2.

   What is a Material Passport?

   Hint

   Consider it as a history book for a building's materials.

3. 3.

   What principle involves easy dismantling of structures?

   • Design for durability
   • Design for disassembly
   • Design for affordability

   Hint

   Think about how you would take a toy apart.

4. 4.

   Material Passports help in recycling. True or False?

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Remember they keep a history for materials.

5. 5.

   Propose a circular construction plan for a new community center that maximizes resource reuse and minimizes waste.

   Hint

   Consider local resources and the community's needs.

6. 6.

   Analyze the barriers to implementing Industrial Symbiosis in your city and propose solutions.

   Hint

   Think of community stakeholders who can make an impact.