Dr Eshrar Latif

(he/him)

BArch, MSc, MSc, PhD, Certified Passive House Designer

2025

• Albarssi, S., Hou, S. S. and Latif, E. 2025. The state of the art of residential building energy retrofits in Libya and neighbouring Mediterranean countries: a comprehensive review. Energies 18(1), article number: 183. (10.3390/en18010183)

2024

• Haddad, K., Lannon, S. and Latif, E. 2024. Investigation of Cob construction: Review of mix designs, structural characteristics, and hygrothermal behaviour. Journal of Building Engineering 87, article number: 108959. (10.1016/j.jobe.2024.108959)
• Marangu, J. M. et al. 2024. Durability of ternary blended concrete incorporating rice husk ash and calcined clay. Buildings 14(5), article number: 1201. (10.3390/buildings14051201)
• Latif, E. 2024. Experimental analysis of moisture-dependent thermal conductivity, and hygric properties of novel hemp–shive insulations with numerical assessment of their in-built hygrothermal and energy performance. Materials 17(2), article number: 486. (10.3390/ma17020486)
• Albarssi, S., Hou, S. S. and Latif, E. 2024. Thermally future-proofing existing Libyan housing stock with biobased insulation materials and passive measures: An empirical and numerical study using a digital twin. Buildings 14(1), article number: 175. (10.3390/buildings14010175)
• Salvankar, S. and Latif, E. 2024. Paving the way to net zero carbon standards: A guide to designing net zero carbon building in a region that lacks carbon assessment framework. Presented at: CIBSE Technical Symposium, Welsh School of Architecture, Cardiff University, 11-12 April, 2024.
• Haddad, K., Lannon, S. and Latif, E. 2024. Exploring the potential of energy savings through retrofitting traditional heritage buildings: A case study of Abu Jaber House in Al Salt, Jordan. Presented at: PLEA 2024: 37th PLEA Conference (Re)thinking resilience, Wroclaw, Poland, 25-28 June 2024.

2023

• Haddad, K., Latif, E. and Lannon, S. 2023. The state of the art of cob construction: A comprehensive review of the optimal mixtures and testing methods. Presented at: International Conference of Bio Based Buildings Materials (ICBBM 2023), Vienna, Austria, 21-23 June 2023Bio-Based Building Materials, Vol. 45. Springer pp. 212-231., (10.1007/978-3-031-33465-8_17)
• Cui, Z., Latif, E. and Stevenson, V. 2023. Decision-making framework to identify the optimal hybrid renewable energy system for switching UK representative domestic buildings towards the net-zero target. In: Kruger, E. L., Karunathilake, H. P. and Alam, T. eds. Resilient and Responsible Smart Cities. Springer, pp. 229-241., (10.1007/978-3-031-20182-0_17)
• Alghafis, M., Sibley, M. and Latif, E. 2023. Folk Memory and Temperature Measurements for Thermal Comfort in Vernacular Courtyard Houses of Saudi Arabia’s Hot Arid Climate. Presented at: WILL CITIES SURVIVE?, Santiago, 22-25 November 2022PLEASTGO 2022 WILL CITIES SURVIVE? BOOK OF PROCEEDINGS VOL 1 ONLINE SESSIONS.
• Latif, E. 2023. Transient versus steady-state thermal conductivity measurements: A case study of thermal characterisation of a novel biobased insulation material. Presented at: 5th International Conference on Bio-Based Building Materials ICBBM-2023, Vienna, 21-23 June 2023.

2022

• Akhimien, N., Tawheed, A. A. A., Latif, E. and Hou, S. 2022. Circular economy in buildings. In: Tao, Z. ed. The Circular Economy - Recent Advances in Sustainable Waste Management. The Circular Economy London: IntechOpen, (10.5772/intechopen.107098)
• Alghafis, M., Sibley, M. and Latif, E. 2022. A review of existing literature in Saudi domestic architecture. Presented at: 5th International Conference on Conservation of Architectural Heritage (CAH 2021), Virtual, 8-10 February 2021 Presented at Versaci, A. et al. eds.Conservation of Architectural Heritage. Advances in Science, Technology & Innovation Springer Cham pp. 261-271., (10.1007/978-3-030-74482-3_20)
• Juangjandee, W., Stevenson, V. and Latif, E. 2022. Key factors of occupants' behaviour characteristics and indoor air quality perception on occupancy comfort in multi-storey residential buildings in Thailand. In: Chias, P. and Hernandez, S. eds. WIT Transactions on the Built Environment., Vol. 210. Southampton: WIT Press, pp. 63-76., (10.2495/ARC220061)

2021

• Akhimien, N., Latif, E. and Hou, S. 2021. Application of circular economy principles in buildings: a systematic review. Journal of Building Engineering 38, article number: 102041. (10.1016/j.jobe.2020.102041)

2020

• Akhimien, N., Latif, E. and Hou, S. 2020. Exploring passive design and circular economy strategies in tropical west Africa. Presented at: 24th International Passive House Conference 2020, Virtual, 20 September - 08 October 020Conference Proceedings 24th International Passive House Conference 2020, Vol. 24. Germany: Passive House Institute
• Latif, E. 2020. A review of low energy thermal insulation materials for building applications. International Journal of Mechanical and Production Engineering (IJMPE) 8(5), pp. 84-88.
• Woolley, T., Bevan, R. and Latif, E. 2020. Reducing energy use in housing: insulation and retrofit problems in Wales and the UK. Presented at: Wales Housing Research Conference 2020, Cardiff University, Cardiff, 9 January 2020.
• Awaz, A. S. E. and Latif, E. 2020. The role of physical quality in enhancing cultural values of public space in Tripoli, Libya. Presented at: Culture in Urban Space 2020, Malmö, Sweden & Copenhagen, Denmark, 3-7 February 2020.

2019

• Alghafis, M., Latif, E. and Sibley, M. 2019. A review of existing literature on architectural identity of Saudi buildings. Presented at: SPACE International Conference 2019 Architectural Culture and Society, London, England, 29 November - 1 December 2019Proceedings - SPACE International Conference 2019 on Architectural Culture and Society, 29 November - 1 December 2019, London. London, UK: SPACE Studies Publications pp. 110-118.
• Latif, E., Bevan, R. and Woolley, T. 2019. Thermal insulation materials for building applications. London: Institute of Civil Engineers. (10.1680/timfba.63518.fm)
• Akhimien, N. and Latif, E. 2019. Incorporating circular economy into passive design strategies in tropical Nigeria. International Journal of Engineering Management and Economics 13(10), pp. 1380-1385. (10.5281/zenodo.3566345)
• Latif, E. 2019. A review of low energy thermal insulation materials for building applications. Presented at: 2nd International Conference on Green Energy and Environmental Technology (ICGEET), Bangkok, Thailand, 7-8 February, 2020.
• Dgali, M., Alghafis, M. and Latif, E. 2019. The use of local materials in modern houses: case study-Al-Qassim-Saudi Arabia. Presented at: 2019 International Symposium on the Infrastructure Development, Liverpool, UK, 14 October, 2019.
• Akhimien, N., Awaj, A., Latif, E. and Hou, S. 2019. Implementation of circular economy using bio-based products in the indoor and outdoor environment. Presented at: 2019 International Symposium on the Infrastructure Development, Liverpool, England, 14 October, 2019.

2018

• Ojerinde, A. M., Ajao, A. M., Ogunbayo, B. F., Stevenson, V. and Latif, E. 2018. The partial replacement of ordinary portland cement with rice husk ash to stabilize compressed earth blocks for affordable building materials. Presented at: PLEA 2018: Smart and healthy within the two-degree limit, Hong Kong, China, 10-12 Dec 2018 Presented at Ng, E., Fong, S. and Ren, C. eds.PLEA 2018 - 34th International Conference on Passive and Low Energy Architecture, Vol. 1. The Chinese University of Hong Kong pp. 321-325.
• Latif, E., Lawrence, R. M. H., Shea, A. D. and Walker, P. 2018. An experimental investigation into the comparative hygrothermal performance of wall panels incorporating wood fibre, mineral wool and hemp-lime. Energy and Buildings 165, pp. 76-91. (10.1016/j.enbuild.2018.01.028)
• Huang, P. et al. 2018. Heat and moisture transfer behaviour in Phyllostachys edulis (Moso bamboo) based panels. Construction and Building Materials 166, pp. 35-49. (10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2018.01.092)

2017

• Huang, P., Latif, E., Chang, W. and Lawrence, M. 2017. Water vapour diffusion resistance factor of Phyllostachys edulis (Moso bamboo). Construction and Building Materials 141, pp. 216-221. (10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2017.02.156)

2016

• Latif, E., Mohammad, S. and Wijeyesekera, D. C. 2016. Impact of moistened bio-insulation on whole building energy use. Presented at: International Symposium of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Melaka, Malaysia, 5-6 December, 2016.
• Latif, E., Lawrence, M., Shea, A. and Walker, P. 2016. In situ assessment of the fabric and energy performance of five conventional and non-conventional wall systems using comparative coheating tests. Building and Environment 109, pp. 68-81. (10.1016/j.buildenv.2016.09.017)
• Latif, E., Wijeyesekera, D. C. and Mohammad, S. 2016. Hygrothermal characterization of sustainable and unconventional insulation materials- developed experimental approaches worth sharing. Presented at: International Conference on Sustainable Development 2016 : Innovating ideas for a better world, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 6-8 September, 2016.
• Latif, E., Tucker, S., Ciupala, M. A., Wijeyesekera, D. C., Newport, D. J. and Pruteanu, M. 2016. Quasi steady state and dynamic hygrothermal performance of fibrous Hemp and Stone Wool insulations: two innovative laboratory based investigations. Building and Environment 95, pp. 391-404. (10.1016/j.buildenv.2015.10.006)

2015

• Latif, E., Lawrence, M., Shea, A. and Walker, P. 2015. Moisture buffer potential of experimental wall assemblies incorporating formulated hemp-lime. Building and Environment 93, pp. 199-209. (10.1016/j.buildenv.2015.07.011)
• Latif, E., Ciupala, M. A., Tucker, S., Wijeyesekera, D. . C. and Newport, D. J. 2015. Hygrothermal performance of wood-hemp insulation in timber frame wall panels with and without a vapour barrier. Building and Environment 92, pp. 122-134. (10.1016/j.buildenv.2015.04.025)
• Latif, E., Lawrence, M., Shea, A. and Walker, P. 2015. Moisture buffer potential of wall assemblies incorporating hemp-lime. Presented at: First International Conference on Bio-based Building Materials (ICBBM) 2015, Clermont-Ferrand, France, 21-24 June 2015 Presented at Amziane, S. and Sonebi, M. eds.Proceedings pro099: ICBBM 2015 - 1st International Conference on Bio-based Building Materials. Bagneux, France: RILEM Publications pp. 455-459.

2014

• Latif, E., Ciupala, M. A. and Wijeyesekera, D. C. 2014. The comparative in situ hygrothermal performance of Hemp and Stone Wool insulations in vapour open timber frame wall panels. Construction and Building Materials 73, pp. 205-213. (10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2014.09.060)
• Latif, E., Tucker, S., Ciupala, M. A., Wijeyesekera, D. C. and Newport, D. 2014. Hygric properties of hemp bio-insulations with differing compositions. Construction and Building Materials 66, pp. 702-711. (10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2014.06.021)
• Ahadzie, D. K., A. Ankrah, N., Tucker, S., Latif, E. and Wijeyesekera, D. C. 2014. An experimental study of moisture buffering of bio-insulations in lofts. Structural Survey 32(5), pp. 434-448. (10.1108/SS-03-2014-0016)

2012

• Latif, E., Ciupala, M. A. and Wijeyesekera, D. C. 2012. Experimental and numerical study of application of hemp in building envelopes with special reference to its hygrothermal properties. Presented at: Sustainable Building and Construction Conference (SB13), Coventry, United Kingdom, 3 - 5 July 2013 Presented at Soetanto, R., Tsang, N. and Ahmed, A. eds.Sustainable Building and Construction Conference: 3—5 July 2013 Coventry University UK: Integrated Approaches to Sustainable Building: Proceedings. Coventry, UK: Coventry University pp. 80-89.
• Latif, E. and Loxton, C. 2012. Bio insulation materials TSB Research. Presented at: North Wales European Research Seminar on Renewable Construction Materials, Wales, United Kingdom, 3 - 5 December 2012.

2011

• Latif, E. 2011. An experimental comparison between the thermal performances of hemp fibre and stone wool insulation samples in a range of hygrothermal conditions. Presented at: ICBEDC 2011: Rehumanizing the Built Environment, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang, Malaysia, 6-7 December 2011.
• Latif, E. and Tucker, S. 2011. Fibrous hemp insulation: An initial study of its thermal and hygric properties. Presented at: International Sustainable Development Research Society (ISDRS): 17th Annual Conference, Columbia University, New York, NY, USA, 8-10 May 2011.
• Latif, E., Pruteanu, M., Rhydwen, R., Wijeyesekera, C., Tucker, S., Ciupala, M. A. and Newport, D. 2011. Thermal Conductivity of Building Materials: An overview of its determination. Presented at: 6th Annual Conference on Advances in Computing and Technology (AC&T), University of East London, London, UK, January 2011Advances in Computing and Technology : the School of Computing, Information Technology and Engineering, 6th annual conference 2011. London: University of East London, School of Computing, Information Technology and Engineering pp. 15-22.

2010

• Latif, E. and Tucker, S. 2010. An investigation into the impact of adding an operable thermal insulation layer to an uninsulated metal roof in a free running building. Presented at: ICBEDC 2010: 4th International Conference on Built Environment in Developing Countries, Penang, Malaysia, 2-3 December 2010.

2009

• Latif, E. and Tucker, S. 2009. Potential of hemp insulation in the UK construction sector. Presented at: Natural Fibres '09: Materials for a Low Carbon Future, London, United Kingdom, 12 September 2009.