3.3. Circular Construction

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is circular construction?

   Hint

   Think about how waste is managed in construction.

2. 2.

   What is a material passport?

   Hint

   Consider the purpose of tracking materials.

3. 3.

   What describes circular construction?

   • A method of demolition
   • An approach to reuse materials
   • A type of home design

   Hint

   Look for the focus on sustainability.

4. 4.

   True or False: Material passports track the lifecycle of building materials.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the purpose of these documents.

5. 5.

   Design a small community center using circular construction principles. Incorporate at least three strategies to minimize waste.

   Hint

   What features can you add to allow for easy demolition and reuse?

6. 6.

   Analyze an existing building's waste management plan. How might it be improved to incorporate circular construction practices?

   Hint

   Look for gaps in their current handling of materials and waste.