DECISION-MAKING FOR EVALUATION AND SELECTION OF SUITABLE INDUSTRIALIZED HOUSING SYSTEM

Authors

  • Yidnekachew Tesmamma Daget
  • d Hong Zhang

Keywords:

Industrialized housing system (IHS), Decision-making, Analytical hierarchy process (AHP)

Abstract

The evaluation of housing system in order to make the effective decision for application in
housing construction has been a challenge for many developing countries. This study examines the novel
approach to evaluate and select the industrialized housing system (IHS) that is appropriate for adoption in the
rapid housing development project in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The method applied in this study comprises
critical literature review, experts’ interview and questionnaire survey within the Ethiopian construction
industry. Data obtained was analyzed using an analytical hierarchy process research technique and an Expert
Choice Comparison software platform. The findings revealed that affordability, quality, and innovation are
the most important attributes to be considered for decision-making. In addition, semi-industrialized precast
concrete systems are preferable for application cost-effective large-scale housing development. All
stakeholders involved in housing development can apply the decision-factors and method used in this study
in order to make effective decisions.

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Published

2018-06-23

How to Cite

Yidnekachew Tesmamma Daget, & d Hong Zhang. (2018). DECISION-MAKING FOR EVALUATION AND SELECTION OF SUITABLE INDUSTRIALIZED HOUSING SYSTEM . GEOMATE Journal, 15(50), 167–173. Retrieved from https://geomatejournal.com/geomate/article/view/985