sustainable achitecture - introduction - design - need for it - elements - green roof , solar shingles , rain harvesting , cob houses - techniques - examples
2. INTRODUCTION
Sustainable Architecture is
architecture that seeks to
minimize the negative
environmental impact of
buildings by efficiency and
moderation in the use of
materials, energy, and
development space and
the ecosystem at large.
3. SUSTAINABLE DESIGN
Reduces the negative impact
on the environment and human
health, thus improving the
performance during a
building’s life cycle
4. GREEN BUILDINGS
Green building is the practice of
increasing the efficiency of buildings
and their use of energy, water, and
materials, and reducing building
impacts on human health and the
environment, through design,
construction, operation,
maintenance.
5. NEED FOR SUSTAINABLE
ARCHITECTURE
Our homes are one of the most important assets of our lives. Our
world needs help gaining popularity on that list. With the help of
sustainable architecture , a green design can successfully meld
beauty and functionality together to save our planet from us.
Increase of population day by day .
People migrating from rural to urban
Depletion of natural resources.
High energy and natural resources are consumed due to huge
population.
Effect on bio diversity.
6. METHODS OF ACHIEVING
GREEN ARCHITECTURE
Energy Efficiency - Small is good
-Passive & active solar design
- High levels of insulation
- Efficient heating of air & water
- Thermal mass
-Ventilation
- Effective lighting
Waste Management - Recycling while building
- Grey water systems
- Low flow taps & showers
Building Materials - use of renewable, recyclable materials
-Locally sourced to reduce transport
8. GREEN ROOF
Lower the temperature .
Improve local air quality.
Add green space in urban areas
where concrete is the major material.
Reduce storm water run off.
Filter pollutants & carbon dioxide out of the
air.
Helps to insulate the building.
9. SOLAR SHINGLES
Solar panels are an
excellent way to save
energy and reduce
energy bills. Solar
shingles are a bit pricier
to install than traditional
solar panels, since they
not only help power the
building, but they're
actually roof shingles.
10. COB HOUSES
Wet earth and straw mixed
together and rolled into loaf-
sized pieces or cobs.
Energy efficient
Inexpensive
Fire proof
Termite proof
Resistant to earthquake
11. RAINWATER HARVESTING
Easy to maintain
Reduce water consumption
Reduce water bills
Reduces demand on ground water
Suitable for irrigation
Reduces floods and soil erosion
12. SUSTAINABLE CONSTRUCTION
TECHNIQUES
• Low volatile organic Compounds (VOC paints).
• Plywood processed without using formaldehyde.
• Install Big windows that provide fresh air and light.
• Install energy and water efficient appliances.
• Install low emitting carpet.
• Proper site selection and prevention of pollution.
• Build within walking distances to basic services.
• Establish minimum level of indoor air quality.
14. SHORABJI GODREJ BUILDING
Location – Hyderabad
FEATURES
Central courtyard
Roof garden
High performance glazing
Jali wall
Energy saving system
Sustainable materials
15. ITC GREEN CENTER
Location – Gurgaon
Features
100% rain water harvesting
Use of sustainable materials
Reflective roofs
Use of high performance glass
Sewage treatment plant
Insulation
16. DIAMOND BUILDING– SURUHANJAYA’S HEAD OFFICE
Location - Putrajaya, Malaysia
Features -
Roof garden
Insulated concrete roof
Roof/floor slab cooling
Use of photovoltaic panel
Rain water harvesting
Grey water recycling
Use of sustainable materials
