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A methodology for achieving sustainability in educational buildings through smart architecture

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Last updated: 24 Dec 2024

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Architectural research has increasingly focused on smart and sustainable buildings, leveraging advanced com-munication and information technologies to address future construction needs. The advent of self-operating software has introduced new design paradigms, particularly in educational spaces, where smart technologies have been integrated to keep pace with the rapid developments in science and education. These technologies create environments conducive to learning by making spaces more adaptable and interactive, enhancing stu-dents' ability to engage with their surroundings.
Despite the benefits of smart technologies, the concept of sustainability which emphasizes a return to nature and reduced reliance on technology to conserve energy has often been overlooked. This oversight has led to an overreliance on technological controls without adequately considering their potential negative environmental impacts, ultimately failing to meet the comfort requirements of architectural spaces.
This research aims to improve the sustainability of educational buildings by exploring the design requirements for smart buildings and the application of these technologies within educational environments. Specifically, it focuses on integrating programmable smart technologies into HVAC systems to create an internal environment with dynamic heating, cooling, ventilation, and lighting. The objective is to achieve an optimal balance be-tween student comfort and energy efficiency, thereby supporting the sustainability of educational buildings while maximizing economic and environmental benefits.

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10.21608/erj.2024.314375.1091

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Educational buildings, Smart Architecture, Sustainable Building

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Aya

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Sabry

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Mohamed

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Assistant Teacher at Architectural Engineering Department, Higher technological Institute

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aya.mohammed@hti.edu.eg

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cairo

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Sherif

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Elbnany

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Abd Elraaof

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Professor at Architectural Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering, Helwan university

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Hala

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Fahmy

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Adeeb

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Associate Professor at Architectural Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering, Helwan University

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183

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4

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2024-12-01

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2024-08-21

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2024-12-01

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206

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238

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1110-5615

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A methodology for achieving sustainability in educational buildings through smart architecture

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24 Dec 2024