11-07-2014, 11:22 AM
Principles of Sustainable Design
Understanding Place -
Understanding place helps determine design practices such as solar orientation of a building on the site, preservation of the natural environment, and access to public transportation.
Connecting with Nature - Effective design helps inform us of our place within nature.
Understanding Natural Processes - By working with living processes, we respect the needs of all species. Engage in processes that regenerate rather than deplete.
Understanding Environmental Impact - Materials with low toxicity in manufacturing and installation, and recycling building materials should be used
Embracing Co-creative Design Processes - Collaboration with systems consultants, engineers , local communities and other experts happens early in the design process.
Understanding People - This requires sensitivity and empathy on the needs of the people and the community.
Understanding Place -
Understanding place helps determine design practices such as solar orientation of a building on the site, preservation of the natural environment, and access to public transportation.
Connecting with Nature - Effective design helps inform us of our place within nature.
Understanding Natural Processes - By working with living processes, we respect the needs of all species. Engage in processes that regenerate rather than deplete.
Understanding Environmental Impact - Materials with low toxicity in manufacturing and installation, and recycling building materials should be used
Embracing Co-creative Design Processes - Collaboration with systems consultants, engineers , local communities and other experts happens early in the design process.
Understanding People - This requires sensitivity and empathy on the needs of the people and the community.