- Construction Productivity Framework (CPF)
- Digital supply chain and circular economy in construction
- ‘Kit-of-Parts’ Platform for Affordable Housing.
- MICRO-BODD for Building Operations and Defect Detection
- Digital circular economy models in the construction industry
- 3D printed parametric design for Indigenous housing.
- Lifecycle performance of steel and timber for residential projects
- Digital passports interface in BIM for reuse of construction materials
- Mass customization configurator
- Digital rehearsal framework for construction project planning
Research:
The CID lab at UBCO is leading the National Research Council (NRC) of Canada’s funded research project to revolutionize the construction industry by integrating innovative practices such as industrialized construction, automation, and digitalization to enhance productivity and performance across the construction value chain. The project aims to establish a comprehensive framework to measure and improve productivity and processes in construction projects, quantify the efficiency gains of off-site construction compared to traditional methods, and implement a “zero-loss” performance tracking approach to reduce waste generation and carbon emissions.
Key activities include developing practical guidance for data-driven programs, conducting case studies, in collaboration with the industrial partner (Nautical Lands Group of Canada), to support the adoption of off-site construction practices, and maintaining the framework to reflect industry growth and technological advancements. This initiative aligns with the NRC’s Construction Sector Digitalization and Productivity (CSDP) program, supporting performance validation, reducing costs and time through advanced manufacturing, and ultimately enhancing the productivity and performance of Canada’s construction sector while contributing to the Government of Canada’s net-zero emissions target by 2050. By fostering innovation and collaboration, this project will help de-risk the adoption of off-site construction practices and set benchmarks for future improvements in the industry.