What is Sustainable Furniture 7 Interesting Facts to Know?
Sustainability is becoming an increasingly popular solution in the construction realm and it has brought sustainable architecture to the forefront.
The principle of Sustainable Architecture is very simple and straightforward – reducing environmental impact while ensuring longevity of the overall design.
Here are some interesting facts about sustainable architecture:
1. Ethos of Sustainable Materials
Apart from using eco-friendly materials, the practice of manufacturing sustainable materials also includes goals of reducing energy consumption, moderating development space, and minimizing ecosystem exploitation.
In a nutshell, sustainable materials are an all-around approach to reduce environmental threats.
2. SUSTAINABILITY STRATEGIES
There are several passive strategies in terms of architecture for maintaining sustainability.
One such approach is the HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) systems which include resizing and reorientation of rooms, doors and windows to improve insulation for reducing power consumption on heat generation and power dissipation.
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3. Renewable Energy Generation
Renewable energy generation is a crucial aspect of sustainable architecture.
Some of the popular energy generation methods include solar panels, wind turbines, solar water heating, and heat pumps.
4. Popular Sustainable Architecture Projects
Some of the highly sustainable architecture projects in the US include Arizona State University Student Health Services, Bud Clark Commons, Bushwick Inlet Park, and Edith Green-Wendell Wyatt (EGWW) Federal Building.
In India, some of the prominent sustainable architectural buildings include Turbo Energy Limited Chennai, TCS Technopark Chennai, RMZ Ecospace Kolkata, and Olympia Tech Park Chennai.
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5. Materials Used In Sustainable Architecture
Often, sustainable architecture involves the use of recycled materials such as recycled copper and reclaimed lumber.
This is because using recycled materials further reduces the energy used in producing new materials.
6. Longevity Is an Important Factor
The longevity of construction materials (whether new or recycled) is an important factor which determines the overall sustainability.
Durable construction materials are a one-time investment as they reduce or eliminate the need for repairing and maintenance work.
7. Benefits Of Sustainable Architecture
Sustainable architecture is not just beneficial for environment but also for builders, property owners, and the country as a whole.
For builders, sustainable architecture reduces labour costs needed during construction.
For property owners, sustainable architecture eliminates maintenance, improves overall efficiency in energy consumption, and provides superior comfort.
