... The assignment will be exploring some design approaches on environmentally friendly buildings and to define what is mean by the term “sustainable architecture”? Green architecture is a sustainable method of green building design: it is design and construction with the environment in mind. Green architects generally work with the key concepts of creating an energy efficient, environmentally friendly house. The environmentally friendly building materials and construction methods will be introducing in this assignment (e.g. precast concrete). And the government how to promote green building and sustainable construction in Hong Kong. 2. Background In recent years, we have seen movement in environmental concerns including development and facility introduction such as energy saving, longevity life, ecological tree planting surrounding real estate, where future environmental problems are seriously concerned. As for environmentally friendly building, we have an important term: “Sustainable Development”. The wealth, which we enjoy a lot by using buildings as places for living or working, must be obtained by future generations. So we have to build houses that minimize their load on the environment as well as meet standards of quality. 3) Definition of the “Sustainable Architecture” Sustainable architecture is architecture which is designed in an environmentally friendly way. The goal of sustainable or “green” architecture is to create structures which are beautiful...
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...Spatial Modelling PROJECT 1: Research Paper Kira Trunova Advance Diploma in Interior Design Date: 15.05.2013 Contents sheet Introduction…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….p.2 Green design for today…………………………………………………………………………………………..p.3 Why choose green design………………………………………………………………………………….……p.4-5 Methods…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….……p.5-6 Examples of green design today………………………………………………………………………….…..p.6-10 Green design for tomorrow………………………………………………………………………………….…p.10-14 Conclusion……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….p.15 Bibliography…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….p.16 Introduction “..An era based not on what we can extract from organisms and their ecosystems, but on what we can learn from them...” Janine M. Benyus scientific writer Today, more and more increasing relevance of ecology and environmental protection. At this stage of human life has become an urgent task of creating a process in which the daily needs of people interact with the natural world. Green design - it is nothing but an attempt to recreate the natural environment in everyday places of human habitation. Its purpose is unity and appeal to nature. Design "ideas" and "technology" are far superior to human nature. They - the result of billions of years of evolution. On the basis...
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...Research Proposal in Technical Writing Tropical Design: An Eco-Friendly and Energy Saving Design for Residential Structure Submitted By: Gutierrez, Shiella Mae DL. Submitted To: Mr. Jesus Escuro 1st Semester 2011 Introduction Background of the Study “Do not fight forces, use them.” - (R. Buckmister Fuller) Tropical design is an environmentally conscious design technique in the field of architecture or simply described as designing with nature. This design minimizes the environmental impact of the building by enhancing efficiency and controls the use of materials, energy, and development space. There is an attempt to preserve air, water, and earth by choosing economically friendly building materials. Tropical design could contribute to the environment through its sustainable properties which minimizes too much use of electricity by using the natural energy as alternative. This research is conducted because it is a proof that both man and his natural environment can live in perfect harmony. The tropical conditions in the Philippines affect the high temperature, and low air flow which affect on the comfortable indoor environment. With this design approach, it can contribute to a sustainable lifestyle and culture. Tropical architecture can be a solution in preventing global warming because of its eco-friendly materials used in construction and the design itself. This design is important especially for those who are living in the tropics like the Philippines...
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...November 23, 2011 Social Architecture The term architecture takes into consideration a number of things. These are space, mass, volume, light, texture, shadow, program and materials. The building that is the end product is a creative manipulation of all these elements. The term also includes the pragmatic elements like construction, technology and cost. And thus, the architect achieves something, which is functional, aesthetic, socially conscious and most of the times artistic too. Taken to its deeper roots, even an ordinary structure does need someone to design and supervise the construction. So, it would have been difficult to think of any building, be it a home, office, school, church or anything else, without the help of an architect. Thus, the industry of architecture has been in existence since the time man thought of building a private hut (Bennett). And by the 21st century, it has flourished into a full-fledged business. An architect designs and sometimes supervises the construction of buildings. Anything from tunnels that run far beneath the ground, to skyscrapers that tower above it, architects have always had a hand in building these great structures (Front Cover). Architects have designed the greatest buildings in history, from the stoic World Trade Center in New York, to the graceful and natural Falling Waters house in Pennsylvania, building styles differ as much as the architects who build them. The Social Architect's task is to design and bring into being...
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...Report Abstract Environmental design in architecture encompasses factors relating to the natural environment, and can be measured through the various green building council principles and guidelines. However it also needs to be seen holistically as an expression of culture, it defines the human environment. In this way regionalism is important, successful environmental design tempers and is able to manipulate the climate, or human senses, or both, here the thermal experience is introduced and the ecology of heat is important. Today, with the evidence to climate change indisputable, successful tempering, of the climate; this ecology of heat for human comfort range cannot simply be through the air-conditioner, it can turn to GBC's as a first step, but additionally it must look to design for the climate, for regionalism, with specific techniques and strategies. This will be looked at in detail by examining the works of Costa Rican Architect Bruno Stagno, both in his designs for buildings in the tropics, his formation of the Institute of Tropical Architecture (Instituto de Arquitectura Tropical) and his various writings relating to architecture and regionalism. Included in this is his approach to eco principles and how this has, and could benefit a Costa Rican GBC adoption of LEED. Introduction With today's contemporary architectural discourse, and indeed building industry, an outsider looking in can be excused for thinking environmental design is simply the application of...
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...WHAT IS SUSTAINABLE BUILDINGS/ DEVELOPMENT? WHAT IS SUSTAINABLE/ GREEN BUILDINGS? In the 21st century, our world is developing from every aspect in a blink of an eye. Everywhere we go, there’s huge tall buildings, shopping centres, etc. But the question is, what is the advantage of a sustainable building? Sustainable building also known as green building refers to a structure and using process that is environmentally responsible and resource-efficient throughout a building's life-cycle. The common objective is that green buildings are designed to reduce the overall impact of the built environment on human health and the natural environment by: - Efficiently using energy, water, and other resources. - Protecting occupant health and improving employee productivity. - Reducing waste, pollution and environmental degradation. A similar concept is natural building, which is usually on a smaller scale and tends to focus on the use of natural materials that are available locally. Sustainability may be defined as meeting the needs of present generations without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs. Green building practices aim to reduce the environmental impact of building. The first rule is that the greenest building is the building that doesn't get built. Since construction almost always degrades a building site, not building at all is preferable to green building, in terms of reducing environmental impact. The...
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...summer is warm but breezy from the winds off the Pacific and during the winter it does not snow. It does rain frequently from November through March, which sustains life to the environment and to creatures around in the area. San Francisco provides a great environment ideal for green economic building. It gives the perfect palate for the canvas of green building. This environment climate is ideal for benefits towards the community and residence of the complex. Climate will play a role in how the building is constructed and steps taken for energy conservation. The use of natural resources will assist in many ways such the winds off the Pacific to help cool residences off in the evening and reducing the heat palate. There will be a windmill design on the property to use natural winds from the Pacific to power the complex reducing the energy usages especially during the summer. The fact San Francisco does not have extremely harsh winters leaves open possibilities for residences to plant and grow their own food on the property using natural resources, which in return will help the environment along with feeding residences and wildlife. Purpose The green apartment complex will house sixty to seventy-five residents with approximately thirty-five units ranging from two to three bedroom condos. This building will represent giving back in every way including the...
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...Social Innovation Exercise 1) One of the biggest problems we face in Southern California and all around the world is the issue if sustainable living and sustainable communities. Most of the communities surrounding the CA/Tijuana border are faced with infrastructure inadequacies due to a lack of government funding. As residents of San Diego we are almost completely oblivious to the fact that just 25 miles south citizens of the U.S and Mexico face issues with shelter, clean drinking water, pollution, and urban sprawl stressors. One of the most prominent issues currently facing the U.S-Tijuana border region is the high density of its urbanized canyons. Tijuana is filled with people who are struggling everyday for food and water. These citizens must piece together temporary structures that end up being washed away from rain. As a result of unsafe infrastructure and pollution the runoff consisting of tires, trash, and human waste is threatening the environmental vitality of the Tijuana River Valley Estuary. This problem is not only affecting Tijuana but also San Diego, causing everything from beach closures to destroyed wildlife. The issues described in the U.S/Tijuana region are not uncommon for low-income communities across the world. Countries such as Brazil and many regions throughout Africa are gravely affected by poor infrastructure. One of the biggest problems thus far has been locating proper funding and manpower to solve these inadequacies. Most of the people within...
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...The notion of sustainability is becoming more of a preferred approach rather than an option in current design achievements. Sustainable design strategies are being put into practice in hopes of LEED recognition along with environmental greatness. Routes that have been proven a success have used the Integrated Design Process (IDP) to plan and execute a project with maximum sustainable features. IDP is a “Collaborative process that focuses on the design, construction, operation and occupancy of a building over its complete life cycle…The IDP requires a multidisciplinary design team that includes or acquires the skills required to address all design issues flowing from the objectives” (Perkins and Stantec). As summarized in the Roadmap for IDP, the process is comprised of seven different phases; Pre-Design, Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documentation, Bidding & Construction Commissioning, Building Operation, and Post-Occupancy. Based on the type of occupancy, specialized team members are chosen strategically to partake in either all or a few of the phases. The occupancy for question in this case is that of a hotel. For starters, the core team will come together and begin Phase 1 of the IDP. Generally the core team is comprised of the client, architect, landscape architect, mechanical, structural and electrical engineer. However, for a wider scope in perspective, other specialists such as a contractor, building operator, ecology and energy specialist may be...
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...Sustainable Construction and Green Design info Green Building Discussions USGBC- United States Green Building Council. organziation website “www.usgbc.org” NAHB- National Association of Home Builders. organization website “www.nahb.com” Built Green- organization website “www.builtgreen.net” These “organizations” are organized around the idea that a group of individuals have found merit and acheivement in creating better building practices that benefit the environment and an owner’s built habitat. The individuals probably understood that creating an organization would benefit their agenda more efficiently and effectively than just a charter or group. The organizations then have the interest of their members. Their members have founded these organizations simply to provide better building practices, cleaner environment, more effecient energy use, and better overall quality life built directly from the green building elements. The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) does not appear to have been started with the initial effort to create green building practices. This organization has been around longer than the green building movement began its’ roots, but has watched the trends of the housing market, evaluated the financial systems within this industry, and have forecast from these analysis. Provided, the NAHB has seen a growing interest in the community to create higher quality homes and businesses while also protecting the environment. The NAHB bagan their interest...
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...After the formation of the U.S. Green Building Council in 1993, the organization quickly realized that the sustainable building industry require a system to define and measure “green buildings.” The members acted on the initial findings by establishing a committee. The composition of the committee was diverse; it included architects, real estate agents, a building owner, a lawyer, an environmentalist, and industry representatives. The first LEED Pilot Project Program, also referred to as LEED Version 1.0, was launched at the USGBC Membership Summit in August 1998. After extensive modifications LEED Green Building Rating System released Version 2.0 in March 2000. LEED Version 2.1 was then officially released in 2002, followed by LEED Version 2.2 in 2005. In April 2009, the USGBC launched v3.0, which included a new building certification model, a new LEED Online, and an improvement to the LEED rating system (LEED 2009)....
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...Green Depot: The Eco-Friendly Way Kaplan University In this report I will put into words my interpretations of the marketing mix of Green Depot. “The marketing mix is the set of controllable, tactical marketing tools that the firm blends to product the response it wants in the target market” (Armstrong & Kotler, 2010, p. 81). Marketing Mix Analysis Overview Green Depot is the eco-friendly version of Home Depot. Providing “environmentally friendly and sustainable building products, services and home solutions” (Green Depot, About us 2005). I would analyze the marketing mix of Green Depot as adequate. The company’s primary goal is incorporate “green living and building in communities so it is easy, affordable and gratifying” (Green depot, 2005). I choose only adequate because green living although in the future may be affordable currently it is in fact a bit expensive. This company was founded in 2005 by Sarah Beatty her purpose to make green services readily available and easily adopted into standard construction operations was successful. Green Depot has created a unique filter to gage whether or not the products are in fact “green”. This filter focuses on five categories air quality, local, social responsibility, energy conservation. By use of their “proprietary filter” Green Depot has been set apart from the greenwashing stigma “a form of corporate misrepresentation where the company will present a green public image and publicize green initiatives that...
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...1. The story began in 1971. with whole bean and ground coffee, tea and spices with a single store in Seattle’s Pike Place Market. Today, they welcome millions of customers in more than 17,000 locations in over 50 countries. 2. logo is inspired by the sea – featuring a twin‐tailed siren from Greek mythology. Mission: to inspire and nurture the human spirit – one person, one cup and one neighborhood at a time. To grow the coffee under the highest standards of quality, using ethical sourcing practices, buying in coffee farms in Latin America, Africa and Asia to select the highest quality arabica beans 3. Goal by 2015: - all of the coffee will be grown using ethical trading and responsible growing practices. * 100% of the cups will be reusable or recyclable, all the materials or at least 25% served in reusable cups * They plan to contribute one million volunteer hours each year to our communities. * Have recycling available in all of the stores where they control waste collection 4. Environmental Stewardship: they have a commitment to the environment, they believe in the importance of caring for our planet and encouraging others to do the same. They are working to significantly reduce our environmental footprint through energy and water conservation, recycling and green construction. Community Involvement: like a neighborhood, Bringing people together, making a difference in people’s lives – it’s all part of being a good neighbor. ...
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...May Architecture and Design 24497 Beierman Warren, Ml 48091 810.759-4469 www.mayarchitecturedesign.com December 11, 2001 Mr. Jim Mitte 8479 Colgate Oak Park, MI 48237 Dear Mr. Mitte: One month ago, you approved May Architecture and Design’s proposal to design a garage for your household. You told us that you would need enough space in your garage to park two jeeps and store tools as well as biking, skiing and snowboarding equipment. I completed the floor plan of your garage and am prepared to present the design and my recommendations to you and your roommates. Attached is my report on the garage design for your household. Covered in the report are the garage design, an analysis of the design including a cost analysis, and recommendations. If you have any questions, please contact me at 810.759.4469. Sincerely, Amy May CEO and Chief Architect May Architecture and Design Enclosures May Architecture and Design May Architecture and Design Page ii May Architecture and Design Page iii May Architecture and Design ABSTRACT Upon approval of the design proposal, an architect designed a garage for a household in Oak Park, Michigan. The architect worked on this project over the courses of seven weeks. She interviewed the three clients to determine what features they needed in a garage and researched the zoning information for the city of Oak Park to determine the maximum possible garage size. The architect compiled the clients’ information and zoning...
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...Subject: The new MSD building is opening soon to students. This new educational facility contains offices, classrooms, lecture theatres and public spaces, and it is rated 6 stars GreenStars. From your knowledge of Alan Gilbert and The Spot buildings, what sustainable strategies and features would you expect to find in this MSD building? The GreenStars category puts into consideration various disciplines, including indoor environment quality, energy efficiency, transport, materials, emission and innovation. Envelope Different treatment is applied to different sides of façade. Curtain wall is used on the south, west and east side. Defined as thin, usually aluminum-framed wall, containing in-fills of glass, metal panels, or thin stone. The...
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