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Papers and Themes
Theme 1: Sustainable Neighborhood
Overview
Encompasses the forward-thinking idea of building living places that are in harmony with nature, foster communities, and promote a balanced and resilient way of life. These communities are conceived and built with a strong dedication to environmental conservation, social equality, and the well-being of their residents in mind
Subthemes
- Innovative Urban Planning and Design Strategies
- Resilience and Climate Adaptation Approaches
- Solutions for Social Equity and Inclusion
- Public Health and Well-being Interventions
- Environmental Conservation Techniques
- Green Space Preservation and Optimization
- Water Management and Conservation Practices
- High Performance Green Infrastructure Development
- Sustainable Transportation Solutions
- Sustainable Landscaping Methods
Theme 2: Sustainable Housing
Overview
Embraces the idea of building homes that not only give shelter but also contribute to a more harmonious and environmentally responsible way of living. These homes are planned and built with a strong attention to lowering environmental impact, increasing energy efficiency, encouraging affordability, and improving overall living space quality.
Subthemes
- Energy Efficiency and Optimization
- Passive Solar Design Strategies
- Net-zero and Regenerative Homes
- Affordable Housing
- Indoor Air Quality and Health Centric Design
- Site Selection and Sustainable Planning
- Adaptive and Resilient Housing
- Smart Home Innovations
- Universal Design for Inclusivity
- Building Certifications and Standards
Theme 3: Building Construction Technologies
Overview
Promote groundbreaking innovations in environmental stewardship and resource-conscious building practices. It ranges from eco-friendly material adoption to cutting-edge nano technology applications. It aims to catalyze a transformation towards a more environmentally responsible, resilient, and sustainable built environment.
Subthemes
- Sustainable Materials
- Sustainable Construction Practices
- Energy Efficiency Technologies
- Renewable Energy Integration
- Water Efficiency Technologies
- Waste Reduction and Recycling
- Resilience and Disaster Mitigation Technologies
- Circular Economy Practices
- Nano Technology
- Low Embodied Energy Materials
Theme 2: Sustainable Housing
Overview
Embraces the idea of building homes that not only give shelter but also contribute to a more harmonious and environmentally responsible way of living. These homes are planned and built with a strong attention to lowering environmental impact, increasing energy efficiency, encouraging affordability, and improving overall living space quality.
Subthemes
- Energy Efficiency and Optimization
- Passive Solar Design Strategies
- Net-zero and Regenerative Homes
- Affordable Housing
- Indoor Air Quality and Health Centric Design
- Site Selection and Sustainable Planning
- Adaptive and Resilient Housing
- Smart Home Innovations
- Universal Design for Inclusivity
- Building Certifications and Standards
Theme 4: Digital Technologies for Sustainability
Overview
Harnesses cutting-edge tools such as AI, IoT, blockchain, data analytics, and building simulation applications to tackle environmental and social challenges. These digital technologies empower precise predictions, real-time monitoring and data-driven decision-making, reducing negative impacts, advancing sustainability, and supporting global sustainability goals.
Subthemes
- Climate Modeling and Prediction
- Artificial Intelligence
- Building Management Systems
- Digital visualization and Building Simulation
- Digital Twins
- Smart Cities and Urban Planning
- Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) & EV
- Green Finance and Investment
- Blockchain and Sustainability
- Environmental Monitoring and Conservation
Theme 5: Environmental Experiential Design
Overview
Forward-thinking approaches that places both environmental responsibility and user experience at its core. It merges sustainable architecture, biophilic design, and digital technology to provide better user experience. It is to craft sustainable spaces that inspire a deep connection with the people and a commitment to environment.
Subthemes
- Human Factors (HF) and Ergonomics
- User Experience (UX) design
- Sensory and Immersive Experiences
- Biophilic Design
- Interactive Digital Platforms
- Interactive Art and Technology
- Data-Driven Design
- Cultural sensitivity and Inclusivity
- User Safety and Accessibility
- Ethical Considerations in Design
Theme 6: Mass Customization
Overview
Dual approaches that combines large-scale manufacturing efficiencies with personalized, tailor-made solutions. It involves producing building components in bulk while allowing consumers to customize to meet their individual preferences. It's a strategic alignment of customization and efficiency, offering sustainable, unique, flexible and cost-effective products.
Subthemes
- Modular Housing Solutions
- Building Prefabrication
- Customized Interior Design
- Tailored Building Components and 3D Printing
- Affordable Customization
- Waste Reduction and Customization
- Housing Prototypes
- Adaptive Reuse and Customization
- Regulatory and Ethical Considerations
- Eco-friendly Materials for Mass Customization