Bioclimatic Architecture: A Holistic Approach to Sustainability in Design
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https://doi.org/10.56294/ere2024101Keywords:
Architecture, Bioclimatic Architecture, Integral Approach, Sustainability in DesignAbstract
Objective: The article aims to describe the importance of bioclimatic design applied to various buildings, seeking to understand how these strategies can improve user comfort and reduce the adverse environmental impact associated with the construction and use of buildings. It focuses on passive strategies that take advantage of the specific climatic conditions of each region to optimize the thermal and environmental performance of buildings.
Methodology: A narrative review of the scientific literature was carried out, using several databases, with search descriptors including the terms “Bioclimatic Architecture” and “Passive Design”. A search was carried out from March to April 2024, excluding duplicate articles and those that did not meet the research objectives. A total of 97 initial articles were identified, and 14 relevant articles were finally selected for the review.
Results: The review identified 14 outstanding articles in the field of bioclimatic architecture. These articles address different aspects, including case studies and comparative analysis, focusing on how bioclimatic strategies are applied in different regions and contexts. Among the topics explored are thermal comfort in different types of buildings and the integration of technologies in bioclimatic design.
Main conclusions: The conclusions of the article indicate that bioclimatic architecture is a promising solution to improve people's comfort and reduce the environmental impact of buildings. The effective implementation of these strategies requires a deep understanding of local contexts and collaboration between architects, engineers and other stakeholders to achieve successful results. Furthermore, the relevance of considering not only modern aspects but also ancestral knowledge and technologies in bioclimatic design is highlighted.
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