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Ali Malkawi

    Sustainability in Scandinavia
    • Sustainability in Scandinavia

      • 192pages
      • 7 heures de lecture

      The global climate crisis presents significant challenges, exacerbated by uncertainty about effective strategies for architects and designers. In this context, sharing experiences and knowledge is crucial for overcoming obstacles. Scandinavian countries, having prioritized climate change over a decade ago, continue to lead in sustainable development, aligning cultural engagement and economic growth with environmental needs. The insights from architects in Denmark, Norway, and Sweden can greatly enhance the discourse necessary for a holistic and sustainable architectural practice. This collection of writings, derived from six years of visits to these countries and interactions with their architectural schools, explores various aspects of sustainability in architecture and planning. It highlights lessons learned in Scandinavia that hold global relevance. Through case studies spanning planning, infrastructure, and building components, key sustainability drivers are examined, addressing themes such as energy, lifecycles, and adaptability. The projects showcased exemplify best practices in sustainable architecture across diverse typologies, including housing, offices, and urban development. Notable contributors to this work include leading professors from esteemed architectural institutions in Scandinavia, reflecting a rich collaboration in advancing sustainable design principles.

      Sustainability in Scandinavia