Sustainable Architectural Innovations for Energy-Efficient Multi-storey Buildings Through a Novel Taxonomy and Evaluation Approach

Authors

  • Constantinos Vassiliades Department of Architecture, Land and Environmental Sciences, Neapolis University Pafos (NUP), 8042, Pafos, Cyprus
  • Nicolas Kyriakides Department of Architecture, Land and Environmental Sciences, Neapolis University Pafos (NUP), 8042, Pafos, Cyprus
  • Ioannis Pissourios Department of Architecture, Land and Environmental Sciences, Neapolis University Pafos (NUP), 8042, Pafos, Cyprus https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8771-8995
  • Ioannis Vardopoulos Foundation for Mediterranean Studies-MeDiterrate, Psychiko 15452, Attica, Greece https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7593-4188

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.13052/spee1048-5236.43415

Keywords:

Sustainable urban development, multi-storey building, ecological footprint, energy efficiency, bioclimatic design, sustainable architecture, real estate

Abstract

In the contemporary urban landscape, cities grapple with pressing environmental challenges, particularly in energy consumption and ecological impact. This research recognizes the imperative for a paradigm shift in the design of multi-storey buildings to effectively address these challenges. Introducing a novel taxonomy and evaluation methodology tailored to multi-storey structures, this study delves into the intricate relationship among bioclimatic and environmental characteristics, architectural design, and ecological footprint. Through a meticulous analysis of twenty multi-storey buildings, the research discerns how these features become inherent to a building form and overall environmental impact, thereby influencing its energy efficiency and sustainability. Findings contribute to a systematic categorization of key parameters that shape energy efficiency and environmental impact in multi-storey constructions. The combination of both passive and active design strategies is at the forefront of the designers’ arsenal. This structured framework offers architects, urban planners, and policymakers valuable insights for informed decision-making, fostering the development of a new generation of multi-storey buildings that are both iconic and ecologically responsible.

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Author Biographies

Constantinos Vassiliades, Department of Architecture, Land and Environmental Sciences, Neapolis University Pafos (NUP), 8042, Pafos, Cyprus

Constantinos Vassiliades (Ph.D.) is an Assistant Professor at Neapolis University Pafos and a freelance architect. Specializing in building-integrated photovoltaic and solar thermal systems, his work focuses on sustainability, technology, and energy efficiency in architecture. He is the author of “Building Integrated Active Solar Systems: A Handbook” and has numerous scientific publications in the field.

Nicolas Kyriakides, Department of Architecture, Land and Environmental Sciences, Neapolis University Pafos (NUP), 8042, Pafos, Cyprus

Nicolas Kyriakides is an aspiring researcher in sustainable architecture with a Bachelor & Integrated Master’s in Architecture from Neapolis University Pafos. He is passionate about innovative design solutions and committed to advancing sustainability in the built environment. Seeking opportunities to further explore and contribute to research in sustainable architecture.

Ioannis Pissourios, Department of Architecture, Land and Environmental Sciences, Neapolis University Pafos (NUP), 8042, Pafos, Cyprus

Ioannis Pissourios (Ph.D.) is an architect and urban planner, with academic and professional experience on both fields. His research interests include urban analysis and planning with the use of indicators, urban geography, and planning theory.

Ioannis Vardopoulos, Foundation for Mediterranean Studies-MeDiterrate, Psychiko 15452, Attica, Greece

Ioannis Vardopoulos (Ph.D.) studied civil engineering, and did his postgraduate studies first in environmental management and conservation and later in sustainable development with honors distinction. Holding a doctorate in applied urban sustainability, he conducts high-quality research to address key concerns of the contemporary built environment through principles of applied sustainability and circular economy. His research interests include a wide range of urban sustainability aspects.

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2024-12-12

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Vassiliades, C. ., Kyriakides, N. ., Pissourios, I. ., & Vardopoulos, I. . (2024). Sustainable Architectural Innovations for Energy-Efficient Multi-storey Buildings Through a Novel Taxonomy and Evaluation Approach. Strategic Planning for Energy and the Environment, 43(04), 1195–1224. https://doi.org/10.13052/spee1048-5236.43415

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