Ellie Solomides
PhD by research
Thesis
Thesis
Whole-building life cycle carbon and cost assessments of modular constructions: data, methodologies and evidence for support.
Supervisor: Francesco Pomponi
In the face of a housing and climate polycrisis, this thesis evaluates the environmental and economic benefits of modular construction, focusing on expanding the use of timber in mid- and high-rise buildings in Canada.
A joint research venture with National Research Council Canada, this industry-engaged project contributes a consistent methodology for whole life cycle carbon and cost assessment specifically for the Canadian context, robust evidence through comparative case studies and datasets, as well as stakeholder learning, support and training, enabling growth of the industry to help accelerate a sustainable transformation of Canada’s construction sector.
Biography
Biography
Ellie Solomides is a PhD student within York School of Architecture. She holds a PGDip in Green Building from the Centre for Alternative Technology, an MArch in Architecture from Cardiff University and BA Hons in Architecture from the University of Brighton.
As an Architect and Passivhaus Designer Ellie brings valuable professional experience that enables her to bridge industry and academia. Her passion lies in exploring architecture as a tool for regeneration, shifting construction to more natural materials that benefit inhabitants and our environment.
Research
Research Interests
Timber-based construction; natural materials; bio-based; life cycle assessment; carbon; cost; architecture.