Analyzing user satisfaction regarding straw bales buildings: A survey study
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https://doi.org/10.3989/ic.89959Keywords:
straw bale, user satisfaction, sustainable materials, online survey, construction system, sustainable buildingsAbstract
The present investigation aims to evaluate straw bales buildings users’ satisfaction in terms of product performance. The proposed objective was achieved through a survey applied to a sample of 75 owners around the world. The results indicate that the straw bale technique was chosen by most participants due to the sustainability provided by the system. More than half of respondents said construction was more expensive than expected, but 84% of respondents consider maintenance costs low. External plaster was the constructive element that needed more maintenance over the years. Plumbing was the most outsourced specialized service during construction. All participants reported that they are satisfied with their buildings and 96% said they would use this method again.
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