This systematic literature review aims to identify and compare the main participative
approaches to empowering users in construction projects. Whereas different approaches …

The participation of end-users in co-design sessions has always been challenging. Despite
a long history of trials and research, finding the best way to go about this form of …

This paper presents a tool for co-design, integrated to the BIM platform, to involve users in
the design process of healthcare buildings. Co-design with users can contribute to the …

Healthcare projects, like other complex projects, begin with a project definition phase, where
client needs are identified, and design solutions are proposed. All decisions related to this …

Project definition refers to the first three stages of a project life cycle, namely planning,
programming, and preliminary design during which client needs are identified and …

Purpose Megaproject supply chains involve multiple layers of stakeholders, leading to
complex relationships and risks. The role of social interactions within these networks is …

Codesigning public library spaces is often limited to consulting with end-users rather than
giving them a role as actual co-designers. This article advocates for more genuine codesign …

During COVID-19, there have been significant constraints on community participation. These
have to be critically reflected upon, as they hinder the process of sustainable housing …

Our society currently faces several difficulties in social, environmental, and economic issues
that are highly complex, interrelated, and pose risks to local and global stability and …

Hospital building projects are highly complex and involve many different stakeholders. The
physical lay-out of a hospital will affect the ability of healthcare personnel to perform their …