Cost-effectiveness and affordability evaluation of a residential prototype built with compressed earth bricks, hybrid roofs and palm midribs

As a response to rising housing prices and the high cost of materials in the building and construction industry, a rural prototype house (the Ecofordable House) was built with alternative technologies. The house is located in the western desert zone of Giza, Egypt, and features enhanced vernacular t...

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Main Authors: Nermine Abdel Gelil Mohamed, Islam Abo Eldardaa Mahmoud
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2023-03-01
Series:Frontiers in Built Environment
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fbuil.2023.1058782/full