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SWOT Analysis of Underground Work Spaces
Underground work spaces (UWS) are a potential alternative to traditional aboveground office buildings. In addition to potential benefits for tenants, such as being more energy efficient and controllable, UWS may also contribute to a country’s resilience by providing shelter from disasters. This study analyses UWS through the Strength, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats (SWOT) framework. Primary data were collected through questionnaires and interviews with workers in UWS and professionals in fields related to UWS. Secondary data were collected from a review of published literature. The SWOT analysis was conducted by identifying both internal and external factors that may affect UWS, analysing their potential impact, and developing an action plan to improve the acceptance of UWS and mitigate negative impacts. The SWOT analysis reveals that the strengths of UWS include more efficient land use, unique design, and a sense of community. However, UWS often suffer from a lack of natural light and external views through a lack of windows. These could affect employee productivity and morale. Opportunities for UWS include new uses for existing space, the ability to design for connectivity, and protection from climate change. Perceptions of potential users and the general public were highlighted as the biggest threat to the adoption of UWS, alongside technical difficulties in maintenance resulting in poor environmental quality. Our SWOT analysis provides valuable insights for both academics and industry. While UWS have some limitations and potential drawbacks, there are also clear advantages and ways to mitigate limitations and even turn them into strengths. As the most visible threats to UWS adoption relate to potential workers and occupiers, more effort should be concentrated on presenting the benefits of UWS to the public and identifying ways to improve the UWS experience to change worker perceptions. The findings from this study can inform future decisions regarding the viability of UWS.
SWOT Analysis of Underground Work Spaces
Underground work spaces (UWS) are a potential alternative to traditional aboveground office buildings. In addition to potential benefits for tenants, such as being more energy efficient and controllable, UWS may also contribute to a country’s resilience by providing shelter from disasters. This study analyses UWS through the Strength, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats (SWOT) framework. Primary data were collected through questionnaires and interviews with workers in UWS and professionals in fields related to UWS. Secondary data were collected from a review of published literature. The SWOT analysis was conducted by identifying both internal and external factors that may affect UWS, analysing their potential impact, and developing an action plan to improve the acceptance of UWS and mitigate negative impacts. The SWOT analysis reveals that the strengths of UWS include more efficient land use, unique design, and a sense of community. However, UWS often suffer from a lack of natural light and external views through a lack of windows. These could affect employee productivity and morale. Opportunities for UWS include new uses for existing space, the ability to design for connectivity, and protection from climate change. Perceptions of potential users and the general public were highlighted as the biggest threat to the adoption of UWS, alongside technical difficulties in maintenance resulting in poor environmental quality. Our SWOT analysis provides valuable insights for both academics and industry. While UWS have some limitations and potential drawbacks, there are also clear advantages and ways to mitigate limitations and even turn them into strengths. As the most visible threats to UWS adoption relate to potential workers and occupiers, more effort should be concentrated on presenting the benefits of UWS to the public and identifying ways to improve the UWS experience to change worker perceptions. The findings from this study can inform future decisions regarding the viability of UWS.
SWOT Analysis of Underground Work Spaces
Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering
Wu, Wei (editor) / Leung, Chun Fai (editor) / Zhou, Yingxin (editor) / Li, Xiaozhao (editor) / Soh, Chee-Kiong (author) / Roberts, Adam C. (author) / Marimuther, Vicknaeshwari (author) / Car, Josip (author) / Kwok, Kian-Woon (author) / Christopoulos, George (author)
Conference of the Associated research Centers for the Urban Underground Space ; 2023 ; Boulevard, Singapore
2024-07-10
6 pages
Article/Chapter (Book)
Electronic Resource
English
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