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    Green building design focuses on creating sustainable and energy-efficient structures that minimize environmental impact and promote occupant well-being. Common green building features include improving energy and water efficiency, using sustainable materials, enhancing indoor air quality, protecting natural habitats during construction, implementing waste reduction strategies, installing green roofs and walls, enabling adaptive reuse of structures, and seeking certification from green building programs.

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    Green building design focuses on creating sustainable and energy-efficient structures that minimize environmental impact and promote occupant well-being. Common green building features include improving energy and water efficiency, using sustainable materials, enhancing indoor air quality, protecting natural habitats during construction, implementing waste reduction strategies, installing green roofs and walls, enabling adaptive reuse of structures, and seeking certification from green building programs.

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    Green building design focuses on creating sustainable and energy-efficient structures that minimize environmental impact and promote occupant well-being. Common green building features include improving energy and water efficiency, using sustainable materials, enhancing indoor air quality, protecting natural habitats during construction, implementing waste reduction strategies, installing green roofs and walls, enabling adaptive reuse of structures, and seeking certification from green building programs.

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    Green building design features

    Green building design features focus on creating environmentally sustainable and energy-
    efficient structures that minimize their impact on the environment and promote occupant
    well-being. These features can vary based on the building type, location, and goals, but some
    common green building design features include:

    1. Energy Efficiency:
    - High-performance insulation and efficient windows to reduce heating and cooling energy
    consumption.
    - Energy-efficient lighting systems, such as LED lighting and daylight harvesting.
    - Use of energy-efficient appliances and HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air
    Conditioning) systems.
    - Renewable energy sources like solar panels or wind turbines to generate on-site power.

    2. Water Efficiency:
    - Low-flow plumbing fixtures, such as toilets and faucets, to reduce water consumption.
    - Greywater recycling systems to reuse water from sinks and showers for non-potable
    purposes like irrigation.
    - Rainwater harvesting systems to collect and store rainwater for landscaping and non-
    potable uses.

    3. Sustainable Materials:
    - Use of recycled, reclaimed, or rapidly renewable materials in construction.
    - Preference for materials with low embodied energy and minimal environmental impact.
    - Selection of locally sourced materials to reduce transportation-related emissions.

    4. Indoor Air Quality:


    - Ventilation systems that provide a constant supply of fresh air while filtering out
    pollutants.
    - Low-VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) paints, finishes, and adhesives to reduce indoor
    air pollutants.
    - Design that allows for ample natural daylight and views to the outdoors, enhancing
    occupant comfort.
    5. Site and Landscaping:
    - Site selection that minimizes disruption to natural habitats and ecosystems.
    - Landscaping with native plants that require less water and maintenance.
    - Implementation of permeable surfaces to promote groundwater recharge and reduce
    stormwater runoff.

    6. Waste Reduction:
    - Construction waste management plans to divert materials from landfills through recycling
    and reuse.
    - Design for disassembly, making it easier to salvage materials during future renovations.

    7. Green Roofs and Walls:


    - Green roofs, covered with vegetation, can reduce heat absorption, manage stormwater,
    and provide insulation.
    - Green walls, or vertical gardens, contribute to aesthetics, insulation, and air quality
    improvement.

    8. Adaptive Reuse and Flexibility:


    - Design that allows for the adaptive reuse of existing structures, reducing the need for new
    construction.
    - Flexible floor plans that can accommodate changing needs and reduce the need for major
    renovations.

    9. Certification Programs:
    - Seeking certification from programs like LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental
    Design) to ensure adherence to rigorous green building standards.

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