Introduction

Green Architecture ???

Ummm …. trees in buildings ? Nope.

Often misinterpreted as integration of landscaping and buildings, Green Architecture does not quite literally mean the color green. It means to create a harmony between architecture and nature. But why do we need it?

We are all aware of the current energy crisis, the diminishing natural resources, global warming blah blah blah....!! No reminders needed there. We need to save the Earth and fast.

Drive no cars? Nope. We need balance.

Balance would be to optimize our consumption and usage of resources so that we can function comfortably without exploiting the Earth.

Maybe drive but car pool? That wasn’t so hard!

That's what we architects hope to accomplish through Green Architecture. A balance between our buildings and resources without compromising on functionality and comfort. To sustain is to provide what is needed to exist. Green or Sustainable architecture uses a conscious approach to energy and ecological conservation in the design of the built environment.

As architects it’s our major duty to ensure no harm to the Earth which supports the very foundation of our buildings. Sustainable Architecture is no longer just a career choice but a chance to protect our own existence.

What we can do might be a drop in the ocean...but the ocean would still be less without that drop.

Easier said than done, right ? Nope. That’s where this blog comes in.

It will discuss innovations and research in the field of sustainable architecture, upcoming trends and new methods all which will efficiently reduce the adverse impact of buildings on the environment. But you don’t have to be an architect to be able to help dear Earth, plus it benefits you too as a user. We all love free stuff. Wouldn't it be just awesome to have almost free cooling during summer. YEY ! This blog will also include some ideas and DIY's for non-professionals to incorporate in their homes or workplace for economical living and comfort. All it takes is a little consciousness and awareness and the world is a better, greener place for all of us.