Architectural Design 4

Description

This course is a practical application of the environmental design elements that the students studied in the Environmental Studies 1 course. The development of architectural concept, character and language is of particular importance. Course material combined with an understanding of appropriate environmental systems is a must. Environmental awareness and sustainability are studied and addressed throughout the course and within given projects.

Program

Architecture Engineering

Objectives

• • Enhance the student with practical skills to apply environmental design and sustainability techniques and use the natural solar and ventilation characteristics of the local environment to inform the building design.rn• Encourage the minimization of use and dependency on consumptive non renewable energy sources.rn• Encourage the student to interact with the of the project, local architectural character and identity.