Sustainable design aims to find architectural solutions that benefit building users, the environment, and society. Some key strategies for sustainable design discussed in the document include:
- Conserving resources like energy, water, and materials through methods like passive solar heating/cooling and recycling building materials.
- Encouraging energy-conscious urban planning that focuses on public transportation rather than urban sprawl and automobile use.
- Designing buildings for human comfort through strategies like proper temperature regulation.
- Creating durable, adaptable buildings that minimize environmental impacts and make efficient use of space and materials.