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Design and construction of future dwellings pose several challenges. They must be functional, comfortable, energy efficient, and address lifestyle trends. To be sustainable, communities also need to be dense and have a low carbon footprint. This seems to be a tall order for designers, builders, and homebuyers. Yet, it offers opportunity to be creative and address issues that in the past were considered marginal. This chapter provides an insight into the conception of sustainable high density residential communities and homes. Planning aspects include mobility, open spaces, and identity. On a smaller scale, the chapter addresses issues related to the dwelling’s form.
Design and construction of future dwellings pose several challenges. They must be functional, comfortable, energy efficient, and address lifestyle trends. To be sustainable, communities also need to be dense and have a low carbon footprint. This seems to be a tall order for designers, builders, and homebuyers. Yet, it offers opportunity to be creative and address issues that in the past were considered marginal. This chapter provides an insight into the conception of sustainable high density residential communities and homes. Planning aspects include mobility, open spaces, and identity. On a smaller scale, the chapter addresses issues related to the dwelling’s form.
Denser Living
The Urban Book Series
Friedman, Avi (author)
Fundamentals of Innovative Sustainable Homes Design and Construction ; Chapter: 2 ; 31-59
2023-06-27
29 pages
Article/Chapter (Book)
Electronic Resource
English
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