Life-cycle assessment of timber frame constructions – The case of rooftop extensions KU Leuven
Due to the growing population, the revived trend of living in urban areas and the scarcity of building plots, the idea of vertically extending existing residential buildings is gaining popularity in Belgium. Timber frame constructions are appropriate due to their light weight and lack of point loads. This article aims to assess (1) the potential environmental impact reduction of light-weight timber frame constructions for rooftop extensions by ...