Lean Construction and Value Based Approaches for Optimizing Design and Construction Effectiveness in Built Environment Practices

Abstract

Construction waste remains a critical concern in modern construction processes. Lean construction seeks to provide viable solutions in current sustainability considerations. The paper examined lean construction approaches adoptable in architecture and construction project processes from an integrative approach. The concepts are defined, while attempts are made at explaining its methodological application in the construction process and enlightening on its benefits toward the improvement of modern construction practices. Especially, in the face of constantly evolving challenges and perpetually turbulent environments there is a need to further strengthen seemingly appreciable approaches for achievable resilience.