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Impact of Building Design and Materials on Performance Outcomes in Millennium Housing Estates in Lagos State
Subject area: Science,Engineering and Technology · Area of research: Building Performance
Abstract
This study investigates the impact of building design and material selection on the performance, durability, and livability of Millennium Housing Estates in Lagos State, Nigeria. Through a critical review of spatial planning, construction practices, and material usage, the research identifies major shortcomings such as poor ventilation, limited adaptability, and the high cost of conventional materials. Empirical evidence highlights the potential of alternative materials like stabilized laterite to improve thermal comfort, reduce maintenance demands, and support sustainable housing delivery. Based on these findings, the study proposes climate-responsive design strategies, policy reforms, local material promotion, community-inclusive planning, and technical training programs. These recommendations aim to enhance the functionality and resilience of public housing estates in Lagos.
Keywords
Building design, Material selection, Housing performance, Climate-responsive design, Lagos housing.
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How to cite this paper
@article{1709637,
author = {Adetoye M. Aderinsola, Prof. Oladipo Dare-Abel, Olatunde Arayela, Oluwatoyin O. Ajayi (PhD)},
title = {Impact of Building Design and Materials on Performance Outcomes in Millennium Housing Estates in Lagos State},
journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
year = {2025},
volume = {9},
number = {1},
pages = {510-536},
issn = {2456-8880},
url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1709637.pdf},
abstract = {This study investigates the impact of building design and material selection on the performance, durability, and livability of Millennium Housing Estates in Lagos State, Nigeria. Through a critical review of spatial planning, construction practices, and material usage, the research identifies major shortcomings such as poor ventilation, limited adaptability, and the high cost of conventional materials. Empirical evidence highlights the potential of alternative materials like stabilized laterite to improve thermal comfort, reduce maintenance demands, and support sustainable housing delivery. Based on these findings, the study proposes climate-responsive design strategies, policy reforms, local material promotion, community-inclusive planning, and technical training programs. These recommendations aim to enhance the functionality and resilience of public housing estates in Lagos.},
keywords = {Building design, Material selection, Housing performance, Climate-responsive design, Lagos housing.},
month = {July},
}