A review of Multi-criteria decision-making methods considering building performance

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Department of Architecture Faculty of Engineering, Ain Shams University

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Multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) is a branch of operational research that finds optimal results in complex scenarios, including various indicators, conflicting objectives, and criteria. MCDM analysis is a helpful tool to assist designers with this integration by generating the best solutions for achieving conflicting and multiple objectives. Recent studies have used MCDM methods and applications to resolve problems in the field of energy planning, environment, and sustainability. MCDM methods have been extensively used in management and optimization fields; however, their application to building performance is relatively recent. Building performance is an involved problem as it has to respond to multiple criteria. Assessment requires predictive models with numerous design and physical parameters as their inputs. Many MCDM methods are available, each with related benefits and drawbacks. Nevertheless, not all MCDM methods are appropriate for providing solutions for building performance. This paper aims to present an overview of the literature that include the most commonly used MCDM methods considering building performance design. Moreover, the paper highlightes the best practice implemented in each method that support decision making process. The outcomes of this work are to specifiy the most applicaple MCDM methods could be used in the field of building performance. In-addition, presenting how this methods can predicit the optimum design alternative.

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International Journal of Architectural Engineering and Urban Research
Volume 6, Issue 1
June 2023
Pages 274-305

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