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A lot of people are looking for better ways of living, which can be applied to different areas of their lives. There are several ways of doing this, one of which is through what we like to call ‘green living.’ This requires a closer look at the concept of ‘green design.’
What Is Green Design?
Green design is the concept of creating buildings and other structures that are energy-efficient and which provide healthy living spaces. By definition, green design produces structures that have a very limited effect on the environment.
Objectives
With green design, the focus is on using environmentally-friendly material and designs, with an emphasis on sustainability. Whether the designer is dealing with a ‘green’ structure or with ‘green’ furniture, all projects must be able to sustain several years of use while also maintaining maximum respect for the local environment. All of these concepts, however, present a range of challenges.
Considerations
There are several steps that must be taken in order to achieve green design’s sustainability goals. One of these steps is to have and present a sustainable vision for the future. Studies must show how the project will function upon completion, and into the long-term future. Another factor that must be considered is whether the project can be used for multiple purposes, which will have the effect of increasing its overall efficiency.
Then it must be determined how easily the project can be carried out, along with the relative ease of retrofitting, which involves the replacement of existing materials.The next factor to consider is the relative durability of the structure, and what limitations it may face over the course of its lifespan.
There is a lot that goes into the planning of green design projects, and numerous factors must be considered before such projects can even get off the drawing board.