Frameworks and Tools for Design Process

Arup Circular Buildings Toolkit

• Developed by: Arup
• Description: A framework of Circular Design principles based on relevant inter­national best practices / policies / recommendations such as​ EU Taxonomy, EU Level(s), the World Green Building Council, and National Green Building Councils.
• Link: https://ce-toolkit.dhub.arup.com/framework

Circular Economy Questions for Fitout Designers to Ask Themselves (2023)

• Developed by: Built (Australia)
• Description: List of 16 questions for designers of fitout projects.
• Link: https://forwardthinkingdesign.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Circular-Economy-Questions-for-Fitout-Designers-to-Ask-Themselves.pdf

Other Miscellaneous

Salvo futuREuse Resources

• Developed by: Salvo 
• Description: "This ever-growing resource library was created to give you access to up to date guidance, research and articles on key topics to support your reuse ambitions. Explore technical data sheets on reclaimed building material, reclamation specifications and case studies to inform reuse pathways." 
• Link: https://futureuse.co.uk/resources/
  • Note: Accessing resources requires creating a free futuREuse account to access (takes <2 min)

MPCA Deconstruction "Request for Proposal Template'' (2023)

• Developed by: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA)
• Description: This template was created for Minnesota cities, counties, tribal organizations, businesses, and organizations to facilitate the Request for Proposal process for more sustainable building removal opportunities: partial or full deconstruction of a building or structure. It has been successfully used by Sherburne County, MN. 
• Link: https://build-reuse.allanswered.com/userfile/3299993933-1690572515232/Deconstruction%20RFP%20Template%2C%20May%202023.docx

CLF Boston/New England Reuse Roadmap - Manual / Resource (2022)

• Developed by: CLF Boston / New England 
• Description: Developed by the CLF Boston/New England chapter's Reuse Subcommittee, this roadmap serves as a guide for stakeholders across the built environment who are interested in reducing their carbon impact by implementing deconstruction, salvage, and material reuse into their projects. Executive summary; overview of Boston's current reuse market; reuse strategies for designers, contractors, policy makers, and owners and developers; project support and innovative groups; roadmap; and conclusion.
• Link: https://www.paperturn-view.com/us/dyer-brown-associates-inc/2022-clf-boston-new-england-reuse-roadmap?pid=MjY266316&v=2.2

MPCA Building Material (Natural Resource) Management Plan (2022)

• Developed by: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA)
• Description: This plan was created by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency as a tool for cities, counties, university systems, private companies and others who want to implement a building material management tracking system. There are no Minnesota state requirements connected to this Building Material Management Plan. Because the initial request for this tool came from Minnesota cities and counties, all future references of "implementing entity" will be stated with "City/County". Questions on how to use this document? Email MPCA Sustainable Built Environment staff.
• Links:
  • Building Material Management Plan Template overview
  • 1. Building Material Management Plan Material Management Goals
  • 2. MPCA Building Material Management Plan Template/Tool
    • To receive the Excel Spreadsheet version of this tool, or if you have questions on how to use this tool, Email MPCA Sustainable Built Environment staff.
  • 3.1 Building Material Management Plan Roll Off Estimate
  • 3.2 Building Material Management Plan Reference Conversion Table
  • 3.3 Building Material Management Plan Reference Definitions

Delta Institute - Toolkit for Using Storywood (2020)

• Developed by: Delta Institute 
• Description: "In short, this toolkit provides designers with the information and tools needed to navigate the universe of wood products and find the unique and sustainable material that will meaningfully resonate with their vision for a finished design."
• Link: https://delta-institute.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Tools-for-Using-Storywood-2020.pdf

Google's Accelerating the Circular Economy Through Commercial Deconstruction and Reuse Report (2019)

• Developed by: Google
• Description: "This paper provides an initial exploration into the importance of deconstructing commercial buildings (frequently referred to herein as “commercial deconstruction”) and reuse of building materials for an increasingly circular built environment. It was developed based on insights from over 25 interviews with leading deconstruction and reuse experts, primarily in the US and Europe. The research for this paper was supported by Google and undertaken by Building Product Ecosystems, Ellen MacArthur Foundation, Google, and Ackerstein Sustainability in 2019."
• Link: https://www.gstatic.com/gumdrop/sustainability/google-deconstruction-and-reuse.pdf

Recycling Works Massachusetts - Business and Institutional Furniture and Office Equipment Reuse Guidance (2018)

• Developed by: Recycling Works Massachusetts
• Description: Benefits of reuse, how to develop a reuse plan, potential reuse outlets, state facilities, end of life recycling and disposal considerations, procurement of reused items, resources.
• Link: https://recyclingworksma.com/furniture-and-equipment-reuse-guidance/

A Guide to Launching and Improving Reuse Programs (2017)

• Developed by: Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA)
• Description: This document is intended to provide insight that might be useful when launching or modifying a reuse program that handles items of a quality that may not meet a standard to be managed through traditional reuse/resale locations. Each region and facility will have unique situations and goals. Use the information as is or adapt as needed.
• Link: https://build-reuse.allanswered.com/userfile/4218158853-1716306724115/WLSSD_ReuseGuidanceDoc_2017_final.pdf