We are pleased to announce that the BPiBS research team has successfully submitted a paper to the Joint CSCE Construction Specialty & CRC Conference, taking place from July 28–31, 2025, in Montreal, Quebec. This conference gathers researchers, industry experts, policymakers, and practitioners to explore innovative solutions and cutting-edge developments in construction and civil engineering.
Our paper, titled “Best Practices in Building Systems (BPiBS): Advancing Knowledge Mobilization through Road Mapping,” outlines our efforts to drive transformative change in Canada’s housing sector. The BPiBS initiative is addressing urgent technical, economic, environmental, social, and health challenges by developing an iterative roadmap for enhancing building systems across urban and rural Canada, beginning with British Columbia and expanding nationally.
The research emphasizes five key thematic areas:
- Building Forms and Structures: Innovating adaptable, climate-resilient buildings through modularity and cultural inclusivity.
- Building Exteriors and Grounds: Advancing sustainability, climate resilience, and community-focused landscape integration.
- Water and Waste Systems: Exploring efficient and sustainable water management and circular economy practices.
- Energy and Thermal Systems: Improving efficiency, sustainability, and resilience in energy usage and thermal comfort.
- Health and Lifestyle Systems: Promoting sustainable, inclusive designs that enhance occupant wellbeing.
The initiative employs interdisciplinary methods, including design thinking, systems analysis, and strategic foresight, supported by a dynamic digital knowledge repository and advanced AI-driven analytics. Through collaborative stakeholder engagement, our living roadmap will provide actionable strategies for policymakers, industry leaders, and educators, facilitating the widespread adoption of best practices for sustainable housing.
Stay tuned for further updates, and we look forward to presenting our findings and engaging with global thought leaders at the conference.