Sustainable Construction: Innovations in Design, Engineering, and the Circular Economy, 2nd Edition
A special issue of Designs (ISSN 2411-9660). This special issue belongs to the section "Civil Engineering Design".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 August 2026 | Viewed by 9
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Interests: structural optimization; additive manufacturing; cold-formed steel structures; structural dynamics; ice-structure interaction; fracture mechanics; structural steel connections; high-rise reinforced concrete structures; earthquake engineering; FRP based structural retrofit
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This is the second edition of the successful Special Issue “Sustainable Construction: Innovations in Design, Engineering, and the Circular Economy” (https://www.mdpi.com/journal/designs/special_issues/R5GKP95N7L).
This Special Issue will delve into the core principles of sustainable design in construction engineering, promoting the construction of buildings and structures that are not only functional but also resilient, user-centered, and environmentally responsible. It will focus on the integration of circular economy principles at the design stage, particularly through the use of sustainable practices, efficient resource utilization, and responsible management of construction processes. We welcome contributions with an emphasis on innovative design approaches, design-driven construction methodologies, and engineering strategies that advance the sustainability of the built environment. Studies using life cycle assessment, performance evaluation, and design-based decision frameworks to demonstrate the practical implementation and impact of sustainable engineering practices are especially encouraged.
By presenting successful case studies, best practices, and forward-thinking design strategies, this Special Issue aims to inspire the design and engineering community, providing valuable insights into sustainable construction solutions. Our goal is to showcase the latest advancements in sustainable design and construction engineering, offering a deeper understanding of challenges and opportunities in the field, and ultimately to accelerate the transition toward a more sustainable future, aligning with the mission of Designs to advance innovative design research across disciplines.
Dr. Aziz Ahmed
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- sustainable engineering
- sustainable design
- circular economy
- construction engineering
- sustainable built environment
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