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A collection of essays in which twelve experts in green architecture and urbanism share their thoughts on the clash between perceptions of sustainable housing and the desire for traditional homes and offices, and possible solutions to the problem
May 18, 2010 · This book is the most thorough overview to be published on environmentally sound building and planning practices and includes project descriptions, photographs, and detailed drawings that demonstrate that sustainability is not just good for the planet, but also offers new opportunities for creativity and innovation.
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The University of Notre Dame School of Architecture emphasizes classical and vernacular architecture within traditional urbanism; principles that encourage community, harmony with nature, and economy of resources and energy.
Summary: A collection of essays in which twelve experts in green architecture and urbanism share their thoughts on the clash between perceptions of sustainable housing and the desire for traditional homes and offices, and possible solutions to the problem
Feb 21, 2024 · Green or sustainable architecture simply refers to buildings designed to create healthy living environments while mitigating adverse environmental impacts. This approach to design and construction prioritizes environmental responsibility, resource efficiency, and the well-being of occupants.
Green building mandates address resiliency by encouraging the use of flexible, durable building materials, design strategies that factor embodied carbon reductions, as well as the use, and reuse, of architectural components of the building fabric for their carbon and aesthetic value.
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Nov 15, 2021 · Green architecture focuses on sustainable construction methods, reusing environmentally safe building materials, reducing energy expenditure during construction, and designing buildings to be...