Saturday, February 7, 2009

Planning Outline

PROJECT

The goal of this analytical report is to examine the potential for the use of stone mass walls in residential construction in the Kamloops area.
I will be comparing a natural stone mass wall to a modern residential 2x6 wood framed wall on the basis of: durability, moisture penetrations, structural strength, insulating value, and sustainability.

METHOD (Research Strategy)

-TRU Geology Department, (local stone and geological info)
-Schools of masonry, (methods and techniques used in construction)
-TRU library, (general research)
-Order books, (construction of stone walls and houses)
-Internet, (other information)

ACADEMIC RESOURCES

Books
· John Vivian, (1975). Building Stone Walls. North Adams, Ma.: Storey Publishing, LLC. (On order)

· Charles McRaven, (1996). Stonework Techniques and Projects, North Adams, Ma.: Storey Publishing, LLC. (On order)

· McRaven, C., Ingenthron, C., Moore, L., (1988). Building with Stone(2nd Revised edition). North Adams, Ma.: Storey Publishing, LLC. (On order)

· A. W. Hendry and F. M. Khalaf, (2003). Masonry wall construction [electronic resource]. London : E. & F. N. Spon. (Available Online)

Articles
· A. S. Colas, J. C. Morel & D. Garnier. (2007). Yield design modelling of dry-stone retaining walls. WIT Transactions on the Built Environment, 95, 449-457. Retrieved February 28, 2009, from GeoBase. (Online)

· L. Zhue, R. Hurt, D.Correia and R. Boehm. (2008). Detailed energy saving performance analyses on thermal mass walls demonstrated in a zero energy house. Energy and Buildings, 41(3),303-310. Retrieved February 28, 2009, from Science Direct. (Online)

ITEMS TO RESEARCH IN DEPTH

1. Examine mass wall code requirements, and compare to wood framed wall requirements.
2. Research for any local projects incorporating natural stone being used in wall assemblies.
3. Research characteristics of stone and the varieties best suited for construction.
4. Determine the moisture resistance of stone and mortar.
5. Research economic feasibility.
6. Find out if there is any data linking the use of stone and a better quality of life.
7. Compare dry stone stacking to the more common mortar and stone approach.
8. Examine methods of building stone walls, orientation of stones, techniques employed.
9. Research and examine ways in which services can be located within a mass wall assembly.

SPECIAL PROLEMS / POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS

1. Can a stone mass wall be reinforced with steel to prevent cracking and shifting?
2. Could a clear coat be applied on the exterior to prevent the infiltration of moisture?
3. Could a long lasting, moisture resistant mortar be used / developed?
4. Is natural stone available locally that is suitable for construction? If not then where is the closest available source?
5. How can a stone mass wall be properly insulated?
6. Does a stone mass wall meet all the structural requirements of residential construction?
7. How must the wall be assembled?
8. Is the aesthetic gain alone worth the extra cost?
9. Is there a market?
10. How big of a foundation would be required? Could a way be found to reduce the amount of concrete?
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References

  • A. W. Hendry and F. M. Khalaf, (2003). Masonry wall construction [electronic resource]. London : E. & F. N. Spon.
  • Charles Long, (1998). The Stonebuilder's Primer: A Step-by-Step Guide for Owner-Builders. Ontario : Firefly Books.
  • Charles McRaven, (1996). Stonework Techniques and Projects, North Adams, Ma.: Storey Publishing, LLC.
  • John Vivian, (1975). Building Stone Walls. North Adams, Ma.: Storey Publishing, LLC.
  • M. R. Smith, (1999). Stone: Building Stone, Rock Fill and Armourstone in Construction. London : The Geological Society.
  • McRaven, C., Ingenthron, C., Moore, L., (1988). Building with Stone(2nd Revised edition). North Adams, Ma.: Storey Publishing, LLC.
  • Thomas J. Elpel, (1998). Living Homes: Integrated Design & Construction(5th ed.), Pony, Montana : Hopps Press, LLC.
  • Tomm Stanley, (2003). stone House: A Guide to Self-Building with Slipforms. Christchurch, New Zealand : Stonefield Publishing.
  • Winkler, Erhard M, (1975). Stone--properties, durability in man's environment(2nd revised edition). New York : Springer-Verlag.
  • L. Zhue, R. Hurt, D.Correia and R. Boehm. (2008). Detailed energy saving performance analyses on thermal mass walls demonstrated in a zero energy house. Energy and Buildings, 41(3),303-310. Retrieved February 28, 2009, from Science Direct. (Online)