{"title":"Research Reports","description":"\u003cp\u003eCVU Research Reports provide insights into the critical investigations undertaken by the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/verticalurbanism.org\/resources\/research\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCVU Research Division\u003c\/a\u003e. These reports are published in keeping with the Council’s goal to disseminate cutting-edge information on tall buildings to industry professionals around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"downtown-high-rise-vs-suburban-low-rise-living","title":"Downtown High-Rise vs. Suburban Low-Rise Living","description":"\u003ch4\u003eA Pilot Study on Urban Sustainability\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col max-w-full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-[20px] text-message flex flex-col items-start gap-3 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-5 overflow-x-auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe global trend toward dense vertical cities as a solution for sustainable urban living has spurred unprecedented tall building construction worldwide. However, despite its widespread acceptance, this concept has rarely been rigorously examined at a quantitative level. Studies often rely on outdated data, such as Newman \u0026amp; Kenworthy's 1989 study, which lacks consideration of contemporary quality of life factors. In Chicago, a city emblematic of both tall urban structures and sprawling suburbs, this research delves into the sustainability of urban density versus suburban sprawl. Through quantitative analysis and case studies, it seeks to fill crucial gaps in understanding the environmental and social implications of these contrasting lifestyles, offering valuable insights for urban planners and policymakers worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrincipal Authors: Peng Du \u0026amp; Antony Wood\u003cbr\u003eEditorial Support: Jared Davis \u0026amp; Daniel Safarik\u003cbr\u003eLayout: Jared Davis \u0026amp; Kristen Dobbins\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat\u003cbr\u003eYear: 2017\u003cbr\u003eType: Soft cover\u003cbr\u003ePages: 152\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: 8.5\"W x 11\"H\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 978-0-939493-50-0\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Council on Vertical Urbanism","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47848427356311,"sku":"DHRSLRL","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0732\/7229\/5575\/files\/222.jpg?v=1779914377"},{"product_id":"ropeless-elevator-systems","title":"Ropeless Elevator  Systems","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis comprehensive research report delves into the potential transformative impact of ropeless and multidirectional elevators on tall building design and urban planning. By decoupling from traditional elevator paradigms, these elevators offer opportunities for enhanced connectivity, efficiency, and space optimization within skyscrapers and their surrounding urban contexts. The report examines their history, practical applications, theoretical research, and design considerations, highlighting their potential economic and social benefits. With a focus on enabling a new era of contemporary high-rise design and urban development, this volume aims to inform architects, designers, urban planners, and other industry professionals about the possibilities presented by innovative elevator technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrincipal Authors: Peng Du \u0026amp; Antony Wood\u003cbr\u003eEditorial Support: Jared Davis \u0026amp; Daniel Safarik\u003cbr\u003eLayout: Jared Davis \u0026amp; Kristen Dobbins\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat\u003cbr\u003eYear: 2017\u003cbr\u003eType: Soft cover\u003cbr\u003ePages: 152\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: 8.5\"W x 11\"H\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 978-0-939493-66-1\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Council on Vertical Urbanism","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47848427585687,"sku":"RES","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0732\/7229\/5575\/files\/236.jpg?v=1779914408"},{"product_id":"cyclone-resistant-facades","title":"Cyclone-Resistant Façades","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Practices in Australia, Hong Kong, Japan, and the Philippines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis report delves into the increasing frequency and severity of strong wind-related events worldwide, exacerbated by climate change. Focusing on the Asia-Pacific region, where tropical cyclones are particularly prevalent, the study examines notable typhoons like Jebi, Mangkhut, and Kong-rey, which wreaked havoc in 2018. With detailed analyses of their impacts and damages, the report underscores the urgent need for resilient building design and glazing systems to withstand such extreme weather conditions. By exploring best practices and technologies for cyclone-resistant building envelopes, the research aims to inform strategies for mitigating risks and enhancing safety in high-rise structures exposed to typhoon-prone regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrincipal Authors: Angela Mejorin, Dario Trabucco \u0026amp; Ingo Stelzery\u003cbr\u003eEditorial Support: Daniel Safarik\u003cbr\u003eLayout: Tansri Muliani Wood\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat\u003cbr\u003eYear: 2019\u003cbr\u003eType: Soft cover\u003cbr\u003ePages: 160\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: 8.5\"W x 11\"H\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 978-0-939493-69-2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Council on Vertical Urbanism","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47848427749527,"sku":"CRF","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0732\/7229\/5575\/files\/250.jpg?v=1779914439"},{"product_id":"robotics-in-tall-building-construction","title":"Robotics in Tall Building Construction","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew Frontiers in Fabrication and Automation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe construction industry is routinely identified as one of the slowest to adopt technological advances. And yet, the need to rapidly construct new buildings for a growing urban population, counteract the aging of the workforce and high labor costs, and reduce on-site waste, all point toward the advantages of automating construction. Through a historical review, comprehensive cataloging of both conceptual and existing industrial robotic concepts and techniques, and a series of robust case studies, this publication delves into the future of this promising field, identifying the incentives for, and obstacles to adoption by the construction industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eComparatively, the automotive industry has experienced the most significant changes in the transition from a human to a robotic workforce, and the lessons provided are numerous. Robots have been highly effective and advantageous at performing tasks that are repetitive, require high levels of precision, or are dangerous. While the size of the human workforce in the construction sector has declined, new jobs are being been created in the design, building and operation of such robots. 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By analyzing six pioneering case studies, the research highlights the benefits of combining steel and timber to reduce carbon emissions and enhance architectural appeal. However, it also uncovers significant barriers, such as the lack of consistent data on cost and carbon impact, and the industry’s resistance to change. The book advocates for greater transparency, data sharing, and collaboration among stakeholders, urging governmental bodies and industry associations to support this transition through increased research funding. Ultimately, it envisions the potential of steel-timber hybrid buildings to redefine urban landscapes, requiring a concerted effort from policymakers, practitioners, software developers, and sustainability advocates to realize this vision. 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