Building costs for green buildings are often perceived as significantly higher, with estimates suggesting increases of 20% to 50% over conventional buildings. However, this misconception
Windows are more than just an opening to the outside world. They are critical to a building’s energy performance. Understanding the science behind window design
Have you ever wanted to design green buildings but weren’t sure where to start? Maybe you know they need to be energy-efficient, but what does
Did you know that an average person in America spends 87% of their time indoors? Whether it is in their own House or the place
Energy efficiency is no longer just about saving money. It’s about creating comfortable, sustainable, and future-proof homes. Whether you’re a self-builder designing your dream house
We increasingly face a silent revolution in urban environments, where concrete and asphalt form the dominant landscape. Green roofs combine nature and architecture and are
Lighting is another significant system in buildings in terms of energy consumption and is an essential element that can influence a space’s ambiance, comfort, and
The consumption of sanitary/domestic hot water largely depends on the use of a building and the climate zone where it is situated. If we take,
Cooling is the next system we are going briefly to explain. In recent years, due to global warming, cooling has become an increasingly important topic
This post will give a brief overview of different appliances we use every day, often without thinking about how much electricity they consume and how
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