SEMESTER 5

GREEN STRATEGIES FOR BUILDING DESIGN
(ARC61804)

Ar. Axxu Hoi Jung Wai

This module is an exploration of passive sustainable strategies in architectural design. It looks at the different elements that make up architecture and how the integration of passive design strategies with these elements contribute to the quality of spatial experience within a building.

GREEN STRATEGIES FOR BUILDING DESIGN

ASSIGNMENT 1

In a group of 4-5 person, students are required to choose two (2) case studies (preferably 3-5 story
height only) on the application of passive sustainable design strategies within an architectural
project; 1 from tropical climate region and 1 from other climatic region (Arid, Mediterranean,
Temperate Continental, Polar). Identify and compare the passive design strategies applied in both case studies, including factors of; site planning, day lighting, façade design, natural ventilation and strategic landscaping.