An ecological approach to building design
Marlena Anna Jurczak1 (orcid id: 0000-0003-2619-2699)
1 University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn, Poland
DOI: 10.17512/bozpe.2025.14.07
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KEYWORDS
green building, materials from recycling, sustainable development
ABSTRACT
An ecological approach to construction and the “green building” concept in order to force construction-process participants to meet specific requirements. In relation to designers and designing buildings, these requirements have also been defined. Additionally, social, financial, and environmental benefits throughout the entire life-cycle of a building are taken into consideration. It is important to choose materials that ensure the safety and durability of the structure, as well as its thermal insulation up to the required level, and to use construction materials and products made from recycled raw materials. Green construction is primarily about the efficient use of energy and resources, and automated construction technology, which should improve the comfort and functionality of buildings. When designing the buildings, the aim is to minimise interference with the natural landscape by fitting new buildings into the existing landforms and among adjacent existing buildings. An ecological building has an impact on both nearer and more distant surroundings, hence the right location is vital. Designing in accordance with the “green building” principles entails acknowledging the needs of society, such as ensuring accessibility for people with disabilities, creating social space and improving the quality of life of residents. The principles of sustainable development apply to both newly designed facilities and those undergoing thermal modernization. Research, interviews and seminars among engineers and contractors in the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship have made it possible to collect reliable and up-to-date data directly from specialists in the construction industry. As a result, the article is based on reliable sources and real experiences.
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