Sustainable architecture is an integrative approach that seeks not only to minimise energy consumption and reduce environmental impacts but also to harmonise the built environment with its social, ...

With rapid urbanisation, integrating biophilic and sustainable design into urban planning is critical. Modern architecture emphasizes green spaces, disaster mitigation, and energy efficiency, ...

According to the UN, the “buildings and construction sector is by far the largest emitter of greenhouse gases.” Sustainable architecture, in essence, tries to change that—and is more needed than ever.

The pursuit of stronger, lighter, and more durable materials has guided architecture long before polymers or carbon fibers existed. One of the earliest large-scale examples of composite materials can ...

As the world grapples with the accelerating challenges of climate change, resource depletion, and urbanisation, the construction industry stands at a crossroads. Traditional building methods have ...

This week, our prominent Malaysian architects series proudly features Datuk Dr Ken Yeang, globally known as one of the founding fathers of sustainable architecture. Years before sustainability became ...

Sustainable building design has never been more important for the future of our environment. Critically explore a wide range of approaches to building physics and design strategies that promote ...

Jerry Hajjar is the CDM Smith Professor, University Distinguished Professor, and Department Chair in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Northeastern University. His research and ...