Principles Of Sustainable Architecture Research Articles

Sustainable architecture: Envisioning self-sustaining buildings for the future

Sustainable Architecture: Envisioning Self-Sustaining Buildings for the Future explores the imperative for sustainable design practices in the construction industry. With global environmental challenges becoming increasingly urgent, the need for buildings that are not just energy-efficient but also self-sustaining is paramount. This report delves into the principles, technologies, and design strategies that can transform traditional buildings into sustainable structures that reduce environmental impact and enhance quality of life. The report begins by highlighting the pressing need for sustainable architecture, emphasizing the role of buildings in contributing to carbon emissions, resource depletion, and environmental degradation. It then outlines key principles of sustainable architecture, including energy efficiency, water conservation, waste reduction, and the use of environmentally friendly materials. A major focus of the report is on innovative technologies and design strategies that can be employed to create self-sustaining buildings. These include passive design strategies such as orientation, shading, and natural ventilation, as well as active technologies like solar panels, rainwater harvesting systems, and green roofs. Case studies of successful sustainable buildings from around the world illustrate the practical application of these principles and technologies. Finally, the report discusses the challenges and barriers to implementing sustainable architecture, such as cost considerations, lack of awareness, and regulatory hurdles. It concludes with a call to action for stakeholders in the construction industry to embrace sustainable practices and work towards creating a built environment that is not just sustainable but regenerative, contributing positively to the planet and its inhabitants. "Sustainable Architecture: Envisioning Self-Sustaining Buildings for the Future" provides a comprehensive overview of the principles, technologies, and design strategies that can drive the transition towards a more sustainable built environment. It serves as a valuable resource for architects, designers, policymakers, and anyone interested in creating a more sustainable future. Keywords: Sustainability, Building, Future, Architecture.

The Blueprint for A Greener Future: Sustainable Architecture’s Crucial Role in Combating Climate Change

In an era defined by the urgent need to combat climate change, sustainable architecture has emerged as a beacon of hope and innovation. This article explores the pivotal role of sustainable architecture in the global effort to address the climate crisis. It delves into how sustainable architectural principles, designs, and practices are shaping a blueprint for a greener future. As the world grapples with the consequences of a changing climate, sustainable architecture offers pragmatic solutions that extend far beyond aesthetics. It encompasses a holistic approach that integrates environmental stewardship, energy efficiency, and resilience into the built environment. Through case studies and examples from around the world, this article highlights the transformative power of sustainable architecture. It showcases how green building practices, renewable energy integration, and innovative design principles are not only reducing carbon footprints but also enhancing the quality of life for communities. As we navigate the challenges of the 21st century, it becomes increasingly evident that sustainable architecture is not a mere trend but a crucial instrument for combating climate change. This article underscores the role of sustainable architecture as a catalyst for a greener and more sustainable future, where the built environment becomes an ally in the fight against climate change.

Cultural Revitalization of Tha Phae Road: An In-Depth Exploration of Contemporary Lanna Architectural Facades and Urban Identity

This study presents a comprehensive analysis of contemporary Lanna architecture on Tha Phae Road, a historically and culturally significant street in Chiang Mai, Thailand. The main objective of this research is to conduct this comprehensive analysis of the revitalization process with a specific focus on the architectural facades of the revitalized buildings. The study aims to document and evaluate how traditional Lanna architectural elements have been integrated with Modern, Western, and Chinese architectural styles during the process, while also investigating its ensuing urban impacts. Employing a descriptive case study approach, this research draws upon a diverse array of primary and secondary sources, including scholarly literature and on-site photographs. Through the examination of three representative case studies (1) Modern-Lanna style, (2) Modern-Western-Lanna style, and (3) Modern-Western-Chinese-Lanna style, this study illustrates the deliberate amalgamation of traditional Lanna elements with modern design features, resulting in a dynamic and captivating urban landscape. The findings reveal a successful synergy between historical preservation and contemporary urban development. The integration of Lanna design elements with modern features not only effectively conserves the region's cultural identity but also contributes to sustainable architectural principles. Significantly, the implementation of building control regulations has played a pivotal role in preserving the inherent integrity of Lanna architectural styles. Moreover, this research offers valuable insights for scholars, architects, and urban planners, providing practical guidance on harmoniously incorporating cultural heritage into contemporary Lanna designs while ensuring the enduring preservation of the region's distinctive identity.

Взаимодействие градостроительной деятельности в развитии дошкольного образования

The article provides information about previously conducted studies of general educational organizations. Based on this experience, the article examines the positive effects of architectural principles of designing pre-school educational institutions on the development of rural settlements. Implementation of new projects aimed at improving the quality of the living environment of the younger generation. One of the most important qualities of architecture for children is its adaptability and the possibility of space transformation during the life cycle of a children's institution building. The principles of sustainable architecture in digital projects of preschool educational institutions are described, which are the basis for space-planning solutions that combine aspects of energy conservation, environmental safety, organization of a comfortable living environment and provide guarantees of high-quality realization of the needs of future generations. The article shows how seven components of industrial activity are implemented in urban development: territorial planning; urban zoning; territory planning; architectural and construction design; construction; capital repairs; reconstruction of capital construction facilities. These elements of industrial activity are proposed to describe the conditions for improving the quality of the living environment in preschool educational institutions. They include such parameters as children's health, social qualities and improvement of preschool facilities for elementary school students.

Study on innovative residential buildings concept for economically weaker sections

Every day, more buildings are incorporating sustainable architectural principles, but it is crucial that these principles remain accessible to low-income families. The primary objective of this project is to design a sustainable residential building, specifically a single storey structure, to accommodate four individuals from the economically backward section of society. The proposed design emphasizes the use of environmentally friendly materials and strives to achieve high energy efficiency by considering the natural environment of the site and minimizing both operational and embodied energy. In order to enhance the indoor environment quality and minimize the negative impacts of cement and steel, this design prioritizes the surrounding natural environment. Additionally, a life cycle assessment was performed to determine the building’s design life. Key sustainable building parameters, such as daylighting and ventilation, have been incorporated into the design to reduce operational energy consumption. Furthermore, a cost analysis was conducted to compare the proposed design with conventional construction methods. The results indicated that the proposed design not only boasts a lower cost but also integrates the use of environmentally friendly materials, aligning with sustainable objectives.

Strategies of Employing the Principles of Sustainable Architecture in Modern Buildings

Strategies of Employing the Principles of Sustainable Architecture in Modern Buildings

Design Project of Combined Lighting of the Co-Working Area of the Youth Centre in the City of Milan Using Mirrored Hollow Tubular Light Guides

In this scientific work, we present a developed design project for combined lighting of the youth centre co-working zone in the city of Milan (Italy), which, due to use of daylighting systems based on mirrored hollow tubular light guides, fully complies with the principles of sustainable architecture and comfortable environment, indicated in the requirements of the customer – the Milan city municipality. The paper proves that in terms of lighting parameters presented design project is not inferior to alternative projects that do not contain hollow tubular light guides and significantly surpasses them in energy saving and in the spectral effect on human circadian rhythms. The article shows a method, developed by the authors, for calculating the illumination of spaces with daylight, using lighting systems that include horizontally located mirrored light guides with bends, which allow calculating the illumination with a minimum correction from the actual measurement results. An exceptional feature of this work is the “light column” model, which not only fully illuminates the co-working area, but also contributes to the creation of cosiness and comfort in relaxation (temporary rest) sector of the co-working area.

Basic principles for the development of a sustainable architecture

This paper presents the basic principles of sustainable architecture at the current stage of architecture and construction development. The development of sustainable architecture is closely linked to the concept of «greenhouses», «bio architecture», «smart homes» and refers not only to individual buildings but to all elements of the environment. The importance of applying solar and wind energy in the conditions of our republic is noted.

EVALUATION CRITERIA OF THE OFFICE BUILDINGS INTELLECTUALITY

The article defines the main criteria of office buildings intelligence, describes the stages of intelligent buildings formation, analyzes the profitability of the introduction of modern technical means (engineering systems) and architectural planning techniques in office buildings. At different stages of civilization, the concept of "technology" defines the path leading to future progress, and the rate of technology change is directly proportional to the rate of progress. Nowadays, artificial intelligence is extremely important for the functioning of modern office buildings, including the impact on the environment, resource conservation, safety, comfort and life support. According to research based on the works of scientists such as Derek Clements-Croome, Mervi Himannen, Akin Adejimi and others, and based on the analysis of intellectual buildings of the world from the 50s of the twentieth century to the present, 4 stages of intelligent buildings formation were identified. At the first stage (1950-1980) of the formation, separate controllers were introduced. At the second stage (1980-1995), the introduction of the "artificial intelligence" - Building Management System (BMS) - was developed and used. At the third stage (from 1995 to 2010) an intelligent building management system (IBMS) was introduced, which can independently identify threats, look for ways to achieve results and make decisions. Starting from 2010, we can highlight the fourth stage of development of the intelligent buildings, in which, in addition to the availability of the intelligent management system (IBMS), it became necessary to use approaches of sustainable architecture. The research results indicate that the office building should be classified as an "intelligent building" if it meets the following criteria: 1. Has artificial intelligence (IBMS), which autonomously manages the building; 2. Has at least 15 thousand information points, in other words, sensors and controllers, through which information is received from controlled engineering systems about the state of equipment and the environment, the state of building structures, etc.; 3. Complies with the principles of sustainable architecture, when planning and architectural techniques can minimize the negative impact of buildings on the environment through energy efficiency. The article proves that the office buildings intelligence is determined by the availability of both technological means and the optimal architectural concept, which minimize the negative impact of buildings on the environment; improve energy efficiency and conditions of the building exploitation. Therefore, further research of intelligent buildings from the point of architectural view is necessary, because a modern office building must be designed with the ability to adapt to rapid changes in technology and human needs.

Modern theoretical and practical measures to improve the energy efficiency of industrial buildings in Zaporizhzhia

Abstract. Problem statement. The problem of improving the energy efficiency of industry is today one of the most pressing and is being developed in several modern areas. One of the leading directions in this field is the development of the principles of sustainable architecture. The purpose of the article is to identify the main measures for the rational use of thermal resources, reducing energy consumption at industrial enterprises, which leads to a significant impact on the development of the country in the European direction. The use of foreign approaches to form a holistic methodology for assessing energy efficiency. Analysis of publications. The study of not only foreign, but also domestic modern theoretical developments and practical experience will allow to achieve the goal − to increase an energy efficiency of industrial buildings in Zaporizhzhia region. There are examples among European countries, which largely meet modern requirements, including energy efficiency in industry. Results of the study. The effectiveness of measures to improve energy efficiency is defined as the difference in the cost of energy consumed after their implementation. The first step in obtaining the results of energy efficiency is an energy survey or energy audit. Upon completion of the above operations, the customer must be provided with a report on the inspection of the facility, which includes recommendations (measures) to reduce the consumption of fuel and energy resources and their feasibility study, as well as the energy passport of the facility. Conclusions. The paper identifies the main aspects that need to be considered when drawing up an energy saving program at an industrial enterprise, which includes measures to improve energy efficiency. Also identified the main means of improving the energy efficiency of industry in Zaporizhzhia.
 Keywords: energy efficiency of buildings; energy efficiency improvement; rational use of energy resources; industrial construction; reconstruction of industrial enterprises; heat saving

APPLICATIONS OF SMART TECHNOLOGIES IN BUILDINGS AND THEIR ROLE IN ACHIEVING SUSTAINABLE ARCHITECTURE

The research study focused on the importance of integrating smart technologies used in buildings with the principles of sustainable architecture under environmental considerations and determinants to reach a sustainable smart building. Its idea is summarized in the extent to which the smart building is environmentally compatible through the merging and integration between smart technologies and environmental standards that are compatible with sustainability, which achieve the efficiency of the internal environment of the building through rationalization of energy consumption, the exploitation of renewable energy sources and the possibility of collecting environmental data, which called many countries of the world to apply The right thing for smart buildings compatible with sustainability. The importance of the study, which aims to shed light on the role of technologies and smart systems in buildings, in achieving the principles of sustainable architecture, by clarifying the concepts, characteristics and systems of smart buildings, in addition to reviewing the concepts and principles of sustainable architecture and clarifying the elements and determinants of their achievement. اهتمت الدراسة البحثية بإلقاء الضوء على أهمية دمج التقنيات الذکية المستخدمة في المباني مع مبادئ العمارة المستدامة في ظل الاعتبارات والمحددات البيئية للوصول إلى مبنى ذکي مستدام. وتتلخص فکرتها في مدى توافق المبنى الذکي بيئيا من خلال الدمج والتکامل بين التقنيات الذکية والمعايير البيئية التي توافق الاستدامة مما ينتج عنه تحقيق کفاءة البيئة الداخلية للمبنى من خلال ترشيد استهلاک الطاقة واستغلال مصادر الطاقة المتجددة وإمکانية جمع البيانات البيئية، مما دعى العديد من دول العالم إلى التطبيق الصحيح للمباني الذکية المتوافقة مع الاستدامة. وتأتي أهمية الدراسة التي تهدف إلى تسليط الضوء على دور التقنيات والأنظمة الذکية في المباني في تحقيق مبادئ العمارة المستدامة وذلک من خلال توضيح مفاهيم وسمات وأنظمة المباني الذکية بالإضافة إلى استعراض مفاهيم ومبادئ العمارة المستدامة وتوضيح عناصر ومحددات تحقيقها. وقد خلصت الدراسة إلى إعداد قائمة بالمعايير والمحددات التکنولوجية والبيئية (مقترح بحثي) الواجب اتباعها عند تصميم المباني الذکية المستدامة المتوافقة مع البيئة والاستدامة من خلال تحليل وعرض أهم التقنيات والأنظمة الذکية بالمباني ومدى توافقها مع البيئة والاستدامة والمستخدمة عالميا ومحليا، مما يؤدي إلى زيادة الوعي عند المصمم المعماري المصري بأهمية الدمج والتکامل بين التقنيات والبيئة للوصول إلى التوازن بينهما.

New type of hybrid housing structure for the city of Yerevan

The accumulated development experience in Yerevan over the past century (1920-2020) is analyzed taking into account the practice of housing designing and building of the past stage. Based on the analysis of the existing development experience and the studied material, a number of significant shortcomings in the space-planning solutions available for the housing currently in exploitation are identified.Using the principles of sustainable architecture and the foreign experience, we offer the suggestions for the new type hybrid house structure with the possibility of variations in the number of stories and planning solutions. The expected effectiveness of these proposals‘ implementation in the development execution in Yerevan is assessed.

SUSTAINABLE ARCHITECTURE IN PRESCHOOL EDUCATIONAL ESTABLISHMENTS

The role of sustainable architecture with the introduction of innovative technologies become more and more important. Today, the search for new architectural solutions is closely connected with the information age, structural processes in culture, nature and climatic conditions. This reduces to studying the current problems of design engineering of preschool educational establishments. The purpose of this paper is to identify the current trends in sustainable architecture of preschool educational establishments abroad. The paper discusses the implemented projects of preschool educational establishments in Colombia, Italy, Germany, Norway, Vietnam, China, South Korea, Japan. The analysis of the data obtained shows three main principles of sustainable architecture, namely eco-sustainability, integrity and adaptability. The paper proposes new approaches to design engineering of modern preschool educational establishments, which can become the basis for the construction development in Russia and the qualitative approach to the future project implementation of preschool educational establishments.

Sustainable architecture: The lessons from ume kbubu, the traditional house of Fatumnasi Community

Ume kbubu, as the traditional house of the Fatumnasi community, is a cultural product from local wisdom which has continually been adapted to the environment to ensure its sustainability. This research was, therefore, conducted to explore the principles of sustainable architecture in ume kbubu using an explorative approach with an ethnographic design applied to obtain necessary information from the objects of study such as the houses of the Village Head and the leader of Hamlet 1 in Fatumnasi village which were determined using a purposive sampling technique. The data were obtained through observation, interviews, and literature study and the results showed the ume kbubu’s sustainability is due to its long adaptation and natural selection for years which makes it a sustainable architecture and was also found to fulfill the three elements required which are economic, social and environmental.

Evaluation of dry wall system and its features in environmental sustainability

Climate change on Earth has been intensified after the industrial revolution, resulted from some factors such as an increase in ambient temperature, greenhouse gases of the atmosphere and environmental pollutants.Nowadays, sustainable solutions are developing to resolve this problem, and sustainable development, as one of these approaches is situated on the world’s top programs, in order to achieve the protection of the environment and natural resources, correct and efficient management and utilization of the basic, natural and financial resources and achieving an optimal consumption pattern. New forms and types of materials used in modern buildings such as eco-friendly materials have important effects on superiority of contemporary sustainable constructions. The eco-friendly materials were described in current study, while the dry wall was also investigated, which its use has increased dramatically due to the importance of speed in construction of buildings and pre-fabricated structures. Thus, the present study was designed to investigate the characteristics of dry wall and its effects on the environment. The production and consumption of dry wall evaluated based on LCA and how to recycle its waste was done according to WARM’s model. In the following, a residential building was studied and the simulation of traditional building and the building with dry wall was performed to evaluate the amount of carbon dioxide production and fuel consumption in both cases. The simulation was done in current situation and future conditions till the year 2100. The results of the research showed that, the use of dry wall in construction causes a reduction of about 60% in fuel consumption as well as a decline of 22.5% in carbon dioxide production. Considering the climate changes in future, simulation results showed that the range of variations in energy consumption and carbon dioxide production for a dry-built building would be very low in 2030, 2050 and 2100, while variations in energy consumption and the production of carbon dioxide were found to be remarkable for the traditional building in these years. In general, maintaining sustained conditions and a significant reduction in resource consumption in the next century, obtained by implementing a dry-built building suggests the importance of using these materials to achieve the principles of sustainable architecture.

PRINCIPLES OF SUSTAINABLE ARCHITECTURE IN THE PRODUCTION OF BAMBOO WOVEN WALL MATERIALS (DENDROCALAMUS ASPER)

Bamboo is a sustainable building material because the use of new materials is sustainable. In the City of Kendari, there are still craftsmen of bamboo woven wall material. This research is important to do because to reveal how to make bamboo woven wall material by local craftsmen in Kendari and to find out the pattern of making bamboo woven wall material against the principles of sustainable architecture. This research is aimed at identifying and reviewing work tools, work materials, and how to make bamboo woven wall material against the principles of sustainable architecture by local craftsmen in Kendari City. This study uses a case study method with a qualitative approach. This study concluded that the principles of sustainable architecture in bamboo woven wall materials are as follows: working tools are used simply to reduce the use of new materials, the materials for making come from vegetation grown so that the location and natural resource ecosystems are sustainable, and how to make use of human energy so that it saves energy.

Implementing sustainability in architectural education in Iraq Mosul University as a case Study

Sustainable architectural education has been one of the most important topics of interest to many researchers and architects, especially in various disciplines around the world. However, architectural education in most Iraqi universities has not cope with this sustainable global development trend. This in turn has made the local architecture far from sustainable development principles. Accordingly, research problem has been merged along the absence of sustainability knowledge in architectural education in Iraqi universities. This study aims to evaluate sustainability knowledge integrated in architectural education in order to achieve a healthy relationship between education and sustainable practices. This research focuses on Architectural Engineering Department in Mosul University as a case study. The research adopts quantitative approach that depends of survey conducting from the architectural academic lecturers, postgraduate and undergraduate students, and architects in profession field. The research concludes that syllabus of Architectural Engineering Department integrate some principles of sustainable architecture that are not comprehensive to the requirements of contemporary education. The research recommends that architectural education in Iraq needs to be developed to keep pace with the concept of sustainable development in accordance with the requirements of this era.

THE CONCEPT OF SUSTAINABILITY FROM AN ARCHITECTUIRAL VIEW

Libya is considered a virgin land for sustained development, and with its small population, the country’s productivity and consumption are still insignificant. Libya’s architectural heritage, which remains untainted by the pollution problems which plague more industrial countries. The most important problems facing the country are desertification and limited water supply. The failure of the Libyan State to enact laws to address these problems has contributed to their increase.
 This article deals with the concept of sustainability and its relation to the architecture science and its intellectual and cultural dimensions. In addition, the local efforts in Libya that aim to set up a local plan for coping with the international efforts and the resulting work rules regarding this concern. The researcher used the literature review as a method to focus on the pervious points. This study arrived at an important recommendation that the Libyan authorities should focus on the importance of developing educational curricula especially in the field of architectural engineering and urban planning so as to cope with the theories and principles of sustainable architecture.

Multi-Dimensional Approaches to the Development of Sustainable Real Estate Valuation Principles

The dimensions of real estate which begin as spatial within time added, and the time being includes ecological and economic self-history besides the sociality with cultural capitalized values influenced by technology and ethics. The aim of this paper, is to discuss the philosophy of value and valuation methods described for sustainable real estate development within its dimensions introduced here as ΣSoCulTΞ (Σ stands for eco-system, economic and ethics; SoCulT stand for socio-cultural values and T also for technical, and Ξ is history which stands also as a base of first three concepts) which the environment built by Anthropocene view. Built environment, in a way, is strategically designed by the construction industry, which is shaping and re-shaping the environment, which has the most powerful influence on the “economic capital and environment” in terms of adding value to the real estate leverage in the significance of genius logi. The so-called sustainable real estate has to power the highest and best use with functionality, energy efficiency, resource intensity, environmental compatibility, health, socio-cultural aspects, life cycle coast and technical quality to measure value/earning/worth. Value of sustainable real estate development, composed of the architectural design of built environment within sustainable architectural principles, approaches, constructional criteria, and methods. The evaluation of this composition includes, the investment on potential idea pending the realization of real estate, which is called earned capital, and the captured value as intangible assets at any stage of life-cycle of the real estate is also called earning/worth. The dimensions which are hidden in the facts of development of sustainable real estate valuation design which are captured in the ΣSoCulTΞ will be discussed by comparison as the method of sustainable architectural design, application, and life-cycle of a real estate and its valuation principles. Comparing the principles both the architectural design includes the engineering projects and the way of real estate valuation, we as designers may lead also the strategical perspective of economic investment. As a conclusion, the possible cross-info flow of these approaches has to become the shared values in the strategical planning, flow from concept to concept to keep the dimensions of real estate development in the sustainable reality.

Novel Translation for Sustainable Vertical Housing in Urban Environment

Urban housing has already led vertical development such as the improvement for slum settlement. In fact, this solution has not been considered optimal and even cause other problems. This study offers the concept of a vertical kampung by applying the translation of the identity of a traditional value. Sustainable design methods with field measurements, interviews and design simulations using Ecotect analysis-RADIANCE and ANSYS Fluent software as an integrated environmental consideration with the completion of social and economic sustainability were conducted. The results show that new methods using sustainable architectural principles should also be done. In addition, design of affordable dwelling from slums environment can also be transformed into new user empowerment and carrying capacity for the city.