DESIGNING ENVIRONMENTALLY SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES: PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES IN MODERN ARCHITECTURE
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https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19353810Keywords:
Sustainable communities, Modern architecture, Green infrastructure, Environmental sustainability, Passive design, Resource efficiency, Urban sustainabilityAbstract
The increasing environmental challenges associated with rapid urbanization and resource depletion have emphasized the need for environmentally sustainable community design in modern architecture. This study examines the principles and practices involved in designing environmentally sustainable communities by integrating environmental, social, and economic sustainability dimensions. A mixed-method research approach was adopted, incorporating sustainability indicators such as energy efficiency, water conservation, green infrastructure, sustainable materials, walkability, and economic efficiency. A sustainability assessment framework was developed to evaluate community design models using statistical and comparative analysis techniques. The results indicated that environmental sustainability indicators, particularly green infrastructure integration, passive design strategies, and energy efficiency, demonstrated the highest performance, contributing significantly to overall sustainability outcomes. Social sustainability indicators such as walkability, accessibility, and mixed-use development also showed moderate to high performance, enhancing community livability. Economic sustainability indicators displayed moderate performance, highlighting the need for cost-effective sustainable solutions. Correlation analysis further revealed strong interrelationships among sustainability indicators, emphasizing the importance of integrated planning approaches. The study concludes that environmentally sustainable communities can be effectively developed through ecological design principles, resource-efficient planning, and innovative architectural practices. These findings provide valuable insights for architects, planners, and policymakers aiming to create resilient, sustainable, and livable communities in modern architectural development.
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