The Delft scales to aspects circular built environment model: the result of two years of interdisciplinary discussions

Planning Practice and Research 2026

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Authors: A. Wandl, Olga Ioannou, Vincent Gruis, David Peck, A. Jenkins, B. Geldermans, Karel Van den Berghe, F. Bucci-Ancapi, Tanya Tsui, M. van Uden, Tamara Egger, Marcin Dąbrowski
+2 more Piero Medici, Tillmann Klein
DOI: 10.1080/02697459.2025.2589890
Cited by: 3
References: 24

Abstract

This paper presents the findings of an interdisciplinary academic exchange exploring the transition towards a circular built environment (CBE), developed over two years of collaborative work at Delft University of Technology’s Circular Built Environment Hub. A key outcome of this work is developing a comprehensive definition of the CBE and the related Scales to Aspects model, which connects the multi-scalar and cross-disciplinary nature of circularity, ranging from materials and components to buildings, neighbourhoods, cities, and regions. It highlights critical tensions, such as the lack of integration between circular strategies and other global challenges.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Urban Design and Spatial Analysis Sustainable Design and Development Sustainable Building Design and Assessment

Publication details

Journal / source
Planning Practice and Research
Publisher
Informa UK Limited
Volume
41
Issue
2
Pages
317–338
Publication date
4 January 2026
Language
EN