2017 Report of Sustainability
Spreading across the tropic of cancer, Taiwan’s geographic attributes are the roots of Bio-Architecture Formosana. Bio-Arch is nourished and inspired by her wind, rain and sunlight in all seasons.
Tropic of Cancer 23.5°
Equator 0°
海拔 EL.
0~30m
30~200m
台灣地形橫剖
200~800m
800~3000m
Contents
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ABOUT Preface Editorial Guideline
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Sustainability Achievements Statistics of Sustainability Green Architecture Certification
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Projects Description Symbiotic Environment Eco-Landscape Energy Saving and Energy Efficiency Energy Generation Resource Utilization Cozy Space
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ABOUT baF baF Team Projects Map
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ABOUT
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Preface
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Editorial Guideline
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Preface
Retrospective and Prospective
Since 2015, enterprises in Taiwan began to include Corporate Social Responsibility(CSR) into their business agenda. In 2017 Bio-Architecture Formosana received award from the Society for Management of Technology for its thorough practice of Design Sustainability from prime planning to design and construction. Our practice emphasizes the research, development and application of green creativity, and we wish to draw out a framework comparable to the CSR in the design industry. Hopefully, this report can serve as a milestone for architecture profession to begin non-stop investigation of its impacts to our planet. “Good, True and Beautiful� has always been the principle of the Bio-Arch, from physical environment planning, to each phase of design, and to the resource employment or cycling(materials, facilities, design tools, construction techniques and systems, etc.) in different spaces. And when our works are delivered to the users, we help the operation and maintenance. We keep watch and predict their influence to the environment, good or bad, throughout their lifespans as the reference of our green strategies in the future. Our green architecture has won many green building labels in Taiwan. We use Building Information Modeling(BIM) to conduct simulation of the use of regenerated energy, environmental investigation of individual projects, and calculation of carbon footprint. Furthermore, urged by our client Taisugar, since 2017 Bio-Architecture Formosana has adopted a design mode of circular economy, which allows us to have a more integral, greener, and more energy saving and more innovative practice. It brings us closer to our goal for a more sustainable design industry. This report will be compiled annually, in the hope to take our responsibility of the impacts we are causing to the environment.
Principal Architect
CHING HWA CHANG
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Learning from the Cycles of Mother Earth
The ecology of the Earth was activated by solar energy. Elements from air, oceans and lands constantly exchange in cycles, which nourish lives and develop selfadaptive mechanism. We breathe, eat and drink on this lively planet without aware of her existence. A few scientists discovering her secrets call her Gaia, the mother earth from Greek myths. Nevertheless, over the past centuries, the ignorance of human being has resulted in speed deterioration of the environment, mass extinction of species, and extreme climate change. Our mother earth has decayed to the degree that threats the survival of coming generations. Located at the edge of Asian continent and the Pacific Ocean, Taiwan is faced with great hazards from the active plate tectonics and air movements. Policies regarding the national growth should have comprehensive measures to address the risks from natural disasters. Additionally, Taiwan is a small island of limited natural resources but with high population density, thus all the resources and materials should be smartly used and reused. To be smart, we rely on imagination and technology. Unfortunately, under the system of linear economy, the price the environment is paying for growth had been overlooked. The life cycles of products or buildings are never the concern of design business, and the consequences are hard to ignore. More and more reformers globally advocate circular economy for the future. Base on our experience of the past twenty years, we deeply understand the significance of circular economy. In 2017 our project in Taisugar’s development in Shalun opened a door for us to be the practitioner of circular economy, and at the same time showed us all the possible challenges in the long journey. We expect to move toward our dreams together with experts from all kinds of fields, materials, construction and facilities etc., to overcome difficulties and turn a new page of this industry with imagination and technology.
Principal Architect
YING CHAO KUO
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編輯 Editorial Guideline 原則
This report consists of Sustainability Credits and Projects, based on the works of Bio-Arch in 2016 and 2017 that are either in the process of design, or under construction, or completed. All the statistic numbers are gathered from the formula of the EEWH green building evaluation system in Taiwan, namely universally standardized indexes regarding ecology, energy saving, waste reduction and health. We have been awarded quite a few labels of green building or intelligent building from the EEWH, or expecting approval of certification for our new works. Our applications always aim at the highest rate of certification. According to the sustainable technology we apply, our projects are categorized into six themes, responding to the four fields of green building. Our idealism in design is clearly and concisely expressed through the images, diagrams and texts about the sites, the exterior and interior of the buildings.
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Sustainability Achievements
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Statistics of Sustainability
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Green Architecture Certification
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Statistics 編輯 of Sustainability 原則
Carbon fixation of plants
Total 1,383,562kg/year
Biological habitat Ecological slope/Natural revetment Length
Total 1.4km
Decrease of carbon footprint
Average 28%
Interior green usage materials
Average 71%
Recycled building materials Indoor tiles/Outdoor tiles/ Facade tiles
Average 22~52%
Considering the long-term contribution to the environment and architecture of Bio-Arch’s works, we reveal crucial numbers from ten subjects we’ve gotten from standards of green architecture(Building Technique Regulations) and EEWH. Some numbers show our achievement by summing up, one example is the carbon sequestration of vegetation. The trees, shrubs and lawns we’ve planted over the past years could store 1.42 million kg carbon dioxide every year. Some numbers show their significance with comparisons: The office buildings and residential buildings we designed save 34% to 36% more energy than the baseline required by the regulations. For the interior of each project, we employ 71% green materials in average, much higher than the 45% required by law. Our project throughout Taiwan could collect as much as 94,000 tons rainwater, and generate 140,000 KWh solar power each year.
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Energy efficiency through outer shell Office space/Living quarter/Large space
Average 34~36%
Rainwater collected
Total 94,477 t/year SAVE Air conditioning efficiency increased
Average 48%
Renewable energy Photovoltaic Systems generated electric energy Natural lighting Living space/Stair case /Hallway
Total 138,928kWh/year
Average 61~81%
”Indicators are based on the Green Building Assessment Reports published by the Taiwan Architecture & Building Center. The calculation is based on the Pamphlet of Green Architecture Evaluation published by the Architecture and Building Research Institute, Ministry of the Interior.
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Green Architecture Certification Green Building Certificate Abstract Diamond x 9 Gold x 11 Silver x 1 Bronze x 1
Intelligent Building Certificate Abstract Diamond x 3 Silver x 4 Bronze x 2 Certified x 2
All of Bio-Arch’s projects set out from our ideas of sustainability. In addition to recognizable green approaches, we apply for certificates that meet the demands of our clients and the needs of the users. Because of the certification, each project is characterized by its worth to the clients and users. Even for projects with challenging sites or impossible budgets, our effort to have each project certificated is never compromised and always aim at the highest ranked certificates. In recent years we’ve been awarded 9 diamond-class labels and 11 Gold-class labels, and most of our works have been awarded labels above or equal to Silverclass intelligent buildings. We’re also including carbon footprint for our design and applying for low-carbon architecture certification.
Green Building Label The Green Building Labeling of Taiwan is developed based on Taiwan’s high humidity subtropical/tropical climate. Buildings awarded the labels are those sufficiently meet the needs in ecological balance, energy saving, waste reduction, and healthiness. The system comprises of evaluation indicators including: biodiversity, vegetation, water infiltration and retention, water conservation, daily energy conservation, CO2 emission reduction, construction waste reduction, indoor environment quality, and sewage and waste disposal facilities. The rating system defines five classes of green building design, they are: Certified, Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Diamond.
Huwei arts and culture leisure park [Gold Level]
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ITRI Design Innovation Center [Diamond Level]
Reconstruction of NTUST 1st Dormitory [Diamond Level]
Intelligent Building Label Intelligent Building incorporates communicative information and control technology into architecture for more humanistic living quality. The Intelligent Building Labeling system employs eight evaluation indicators, namely unified wiring, information and communication, system integration, facility management, disaster prevention and safety, energy efficiency, healthiness and comfort, and innovative intelligent technology. The rating system defines five classes of green building design, they are: Certified, Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Diamond.
Low Carbon Building Label Low Carbon Building Alliance(LCBA) affiliated to Taiwan’s Ministry of Science and Technology is the first organization providing evaluation of architectural carbon footprint all over the world. It helps precisely calculate carbon emission throughout the lifespan of a building, diagnose controllable carbon hotspots, and guide businesses to take effective actions to reduce carbon emission. LCBA’s service is established upon the most sensible indicators of the environment, and it awards low carbon building labels through open, transparent and trustable procedure of evaluation.
LEED Certification LEED, or Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, is a widely used green building rating system to recognize sustainability achievement. The rating methods value seven design strategies: sustainable sites, water efficiency, energy and atmosphere, materials and resources, indoor environmental quality, innovative technology and regional priority.
Chinese Green Building Labels China’s Green Building Label considers seven factors: land saving and outdoor environment, energy saving and energy utilization, water saving and resource utilization, material saving and utilization, indoor environment quality, construction management, and operating management. Each indicator can be awarded one star, two stars or three stars. YFY Corporation Headquarters [One-star Green Building Emblems]
LCY R&D Center [The Gold Level of LEED Certificate]
Joint Research Center for Green Energy Technologies [The Diamond Level of Low Carbon Building]
Xindian Public Housing on the North Side of Central Village [The Bronze Level of Intelligent Building Design]
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Projects Description
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Symbiotic Environment
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Eco-Landscape
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Energy Saving and Energy Efficiency
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Energy Generation
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Resource Utilization
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Symbiotic Environment
Architectural design starts from the environment. In addition to the location of a site, the usage of the land, the activities happening around, we explore the microclimate of the place, and consider the wind speed, solar radiation, temperature and humidity in our design. Once all the information we need is sufficient, we combine programs into the issues we are addressing in design themes. Eventually, an overall strategy is proposed to meet the demands of the clients and the users. The design themes could cover the functions of the building, the characteristics of the place, or the culture of the business to be occupying the building, or the lifestyles of the people to be living in the building. In practice, users’ needs, historical and cultural factors and environmental conditions are prior considerations in the arrangement of the space, as well as the best form of the building. We also consider the wind fields of the site to decide the direction and opens of the building, so air would flow freely through the atriums, corridors, and each corner of the building.
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Symbiotic Environment
Tainan Chihkan Cultural Zone Landscape Design Plan Competition Tainan ,2016
New classrooms are integrated into the historical site and open space; meanwhile, the entire campus is enlivened with penetrative sights and circulation.
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Joint Research Center for Green Energy Technologies Tainan ,2017
Treatment of seasonal wind from north
First Phase Third Phase
Second Phase
THSR
Solar power Display Wall Solar power roof
Integration from the east side
An atrium shaped by the voluminous building forms shades from the scorching sun in southern Taiwan and blocks gusty wind. Multi-layered vegetation is planted on the roof and terraces.
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Symbiotic Environment
Reconstruction of NTUST 1st Dormitory Taipei ,2016
3-dimensional vegetation over the facades constitutes a vertical green belt as the continuation of the greeneries and green corridors on campus.
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Songshan Public Housing Taipei ,2012
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Opens and angles on the long volumes of the buildings produce different wind pressures, inducing air flows in and out of the interior corridors.
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Symbiotic Environment
Taiwan Water Corporation Building in Taipei Taipei ,2016
Through simulating the wind fields in different seasons, the design introduces air into the atrium and increases air exchange.
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Nangang Urban Renewal Housing Taipei ,2010
Summer Wind direction Southeast wind
Summer Wind direction Southeast wind
Summer Wind speed （m/s）
Summer Wind speed （m/s）
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after urban renewal
Considering how the volumes of the new buildings might affect pedestrians, the design maintains a comfortable wind environment.
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Eco編輯 Landscape 原則
The ecology and landscape we plan together with experts are not only for the pleasure of sight but also for the spontaneous mechanism of eco-balance. Diverse indigenous species are reintroduced, trees and shrubs are densely planted on roofs and terraces, even over walls. In accordance with the conditions of the sites and the traits of the buildings, we incubate a complete ecology. For examples, revetments or side slopes constructed following the natural topography for ecological benefits are staked by porous materials so animals still could make them as their inhabitat. Eco-ponds that function as water filter and flood detention are created with pebbles and aquatic plants for bioremediation of wastewater. Our goal is to maintain a living ecological equilibrium that brings positive effects to the users.
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EcoLandscape
Taijiang Administrative and Visitor Centers Tainan ,2012
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Fish farm
Aquatic animal
Avian habitat
Wetland preservation
Forest reservation
Natural revetment
Compounded layers of plant virescence
Riprap
With minimum intervention, a rejuvenated ecology is constructed in accordance with the existing topography, waters and vegetation.
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Green Energy Technology Demonstration Site of Shalun Green Energy Science City Tainan ,2017
Alee-tree
Water detention ponds
Water retention belt & rainwater storage
Michelia compressa
Hydrophilic shallow water shore
Water detention ponds
Typha orientalis, Cyperaceae, Equisetum hyemale, Hedychium coronarium, Phragmites australis
Gravel water retention zone Rainwater collection
Ducts are installed around the buildings to collect rainwater, it runs into an eco-pond where water is filtered by aquatic plants.
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EcoLandscape
Huwei arts and culture leisure park Danshui ,2013
Trees at the site are all kept. Vegetation is introduced to surfaces at different levels: square, terraces and roofs.
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EcoLandscape
Taiwan Water Corporation Building Taichung , 2014
Hoya carnosa Epipremnum aureum Epipremnum formosanum Hayata Ipomoea batatas 'Tainon no. 63' Hoya carnosa Epipremnum aureum
Anredera cordifolia Gynura bicolor Passiflora edulis Glechoma hederacea Ipomoea batatas 'Tainon no. 63' Sechium edule Perilla frutescens
Syngonium podophyllum
Ground level is given a greenbelt, and a variety of shrubs and vines are planted on terraces to create a green network for the entire park.
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Green Roof Achievements Taipei Public Library Beitou Branch Taipei , 2003
Taipei Flora Expo Pavilions Taipei , 2008
New Construction Building for Ministry of Health and Welfare Taipei , 2009
Central Taiwan Innovation Campus MOEA Nantou , 2010
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Energy Saving and 編輯 Energy 原則 Efficiency
Through sophisticated design for the shell of a building and carefully planned energy regeneration, we accomplish the goal of high energy efficiency. The shell means the surfaces of a building in contact with outdoor atmosphere, including exterior walls and roofs. On top of the visual effects, we take care of insulation, sun shading, ventilation, and interactions between human and animals or plants. Balconies, multilayered exterior walls, earth covered roofs and energy saving glass among other insulating materials are decided during the design of shells, which we apply 3-dimensional models to test the heat radiation on the surfaces for the best choice of forms. Our ultimate goal is to design comfortable, energy efficient and stylistic architecture.
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Energy Saving and Energy Efficiency
Taiwan Power Company Building Taipei , 2011
( Without any shading system )
( Installation of vertical shading system )
Simulation conducted by the Department of Architecture, National Taiwan University of Science and Technology The character of this building is fully expressed through its appearance. As the building is in service, adjustable windows and opens save energy effectively.
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Central Taiwan Innovation Campus MOEA Nantou , 2010
Double low-e glass
Spandred mounted insulation board Facade mounted light inducing shading system
Energy saving glass are used for the exterior walls, and the facades are covered with punched shutters of different angles to shade the building from solar radiation.
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Energy Saving and Energy Efficiency
Reconstruction of NTUST 1st Dormitory Taipei , 2016
Solar irradiance (Wh/m2)
1750 1500 1250 1000 750 500 250 0
以圈選單元為例 夏季每日日射量折減百分比 估計可達 20% 至 25%
The design comes from our understanding of the heat distribution through stimulating heat radiation from its surfaces, aiming to increase the efficiency of the shading and decrease energy consumption.
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MOXA Taoyuan Headquarters Taoyuan , 2016
Simulation conducted by the Department of Architecture, National Cheng Kung University Opens are adjusted after wind simulation for the paths of air flows in order to increase natural ventilation and reduce energy consumption for air conditioning.
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Energy 編輯 Generation 原則
Regenerated energy covers solar power, tidal energy, wind power, hydraulic power, bioenergy. The most commonly employed regenerated energy in architecture is solar power, it can be used in parallel with the existing power supply. Large scaled application of solar energy could be a part of architectural design, namely building-integrated photovoltaics(BIPV) that makes use of solar panels for roofs, canopies or trellises to reduce visual impacts.
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Energy Generation
Green Energy Technology Demonstration Site of Shalun Green Energy Science City Tainan ,2017
PV Panels - Slope
BIPV Panel- Sun Roof
PV Film - Sun Roof PV Panel - Semi-Sun Roof
PV Film - Facade
PV Panel - Roof (small scale) PV Panel - Roof (big scale) BIPV Panels - intelligent parking garage atrium PV Panels - Demonstration Zone Expanded Area
RIPB - Sustainable Bus Terminal PV Panels - Custom
PV Panels - Above water
PV panels - Sun Tracking (Demonstration Zone Expanded Area)
Green Transportation (Electric/Fuel-Battery Car route)
Green Transportation Stop
Green Transportation Charging Stations (Hydrogen, Fuel Battery) Green Transportation Stop
Thin-film photovoltaics, fixed solar panels and sun tracking solar panels are installed at the site, in the buildings or public artworks to demonstrate the utilization of green energy.
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Solar Energy Achievements
Maan Shan Solar BIPV System Pingtung,2004
50kW
3.3kW
Solor LEO House,Taipei,2007
8.1kW
Tamshui Arts Workshop,Tamshui,2007
34.1kW
36kW
Chiayi Industrial Innovation Center Chiayi,2009
New Construction Building for Ministry of Health and Welfare Taipei,2009
Central Taiwan Innovation Campus MOEA Nantou,2009
96kW
200kW
Taipei Flora Expo Pavilions Taipei,2008
20.5kW
200kW
Taipei European School Solar BIPV System Taipei,2009
13.2kW
Minquan Elementary School Morakot post-disaster reconstruction Kaohsiung,2010
Miaoli Train Station,Miaoli,2010
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Resource 編輯 Utilization 原則
The problem of unwisely consuming resources during construction is quite common, but with a good plan it is easy to improve. Most of our projects employ certificated recycled materials to reduce waste. We also employ as much as possible locally available materials, such as bricks or tiles from demolished buildings or the disposals from local businesses. Reapplying old bricks and tiles allows us to produce even less carbon than using recycled materials. Ground disposals mixed with paints can be used for insulation over roofs and exterior walls. Our buildings also collect rainwater, after simple treatment it can be used for plant watering or cleaning, for the purpose of reducing water consumption.
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Resource Utilization
Taitung Aboriginal Galleria Taitung , 2011
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Taming high school-Tanzi Department of Applied Art Taichung , 2011
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Resource Utilization
Taijiang Administrative and Visitor Centers Tainan ,2012
Oyster shells disposed by local food businesses and drift wood piled around the estuary are collected and made into building materials. They effectively reduce the thermal conduction over the shell of the building.
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Resource Utilization
Taiwan Water Corporation Building Taichung , 2014
Rainwater collected from the roofs, exterior walls and balconies is treated for the use of vegetation irrigation.
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Exterior Renovation of AMBA Taipei Zhongshan HOTEL Taipei , 2013
Reassembling the aluminum windows and wright iron window fences onto the walls and ceilings.
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Cozy 編輯 Space 原則
The comfort of interior space for all types of buildings is our major concern. From partitions to upholstery materials among all the physical environmental factors, we propose our ideas and constantly discuss with clients and users in details. To be rational and objective, we apply professional softwares to conduct the simulations of ventilation, lighting, heat storage among other physical environmental conditions in order to analyze the performance of a building in different seasons at different times and under different climate. Our design also considers the directional and spatial arrangement of each room, and partitioning them with clear or light-tinted glass to introduce light into each of them. And opens are created according to the air passages, temperature and humidity to enhance natural ventilation. Ceilings are made with certificated green panels, and walls and floors are covered with non-polluting paints to reduce health hazards.
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Guangci Boyai Park Social Welfare Service Building Competition Taipei , 2014 The spatial arrangement has fully considered the needs of each groups. The partitions, circulation and upholstery are designed for the comfort of all.
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Cozy Space
Taisugar's Circular Village Tainan , 2017
Simulation conducted by the Department of Architecture, National Cheng Kung University Simulation of the interior illumination helps to decide the slant volume for more natural light in order to reduce the use of artificial lighting.
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Xindian Public Housing on the North Side of Central Village Xindian , 2015
Simulation of wind speed and air temperature comes up with the conclusion to open windows at the elevator halls and at both ends of the corridors for best natural ventilation.
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Cozy Space
Taming high schoolTanzi Department of Applied Art Taichung , 2011
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Songshan Public Housing Taipei , 2012
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LCY R&D Center Kaohsiung , 2011
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TsingHua University Green Energy Building Hsinchu , 2011
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Central Taiwan Innovation Campus MOEA Nantou , 2010
Minquan Elementary School Morakot post-disaster reconstruction Kaohsiung , 2010
Green, environmental friendly surfaces and simplistic upholstery with as much green materials as possible are to create spaces for good health.
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Words from Our Colleagues
Chang Lien Lin
Director of Design Dept. A
Since 1999 to 2018, we’ve devoted in the green design for the Beitou Library, Floral Expo No.3 Pavillion, and Shanlun Circular Village, among many other projects. We’ve successfully embodied ideas of sustainability, innovation, green design, circular economy, intelligent strategies, passive design strategies and energy saving into planning and construction in every detail. Our sustainable, environmental friendly and low-carbon aesthetics is a part of our professionalism.
Ching Huang Cheng
Director of Design Dept. B
Low-carbon aesthetics regards sustainable materials, sustainable buildings and communities, and sustainable cities. Sustainable architecture can’t be established without considering functional, economic, social, cultural and ecological factors. Green sustainability can be an idea, a system, a production method, or an adjustment of our lifestyle. Step by step, our attitude toward life is changed profoundly. Sustainable thinking becomes the core of our profession, and creating green architecture is our daily practice.
Wen Yao Wung
Director of Technology Dept.
Our long devotion in intelligent green architecture has been highly credited, and we are continuing developing innovative design and new construction techniques. Green building simulation and modeling should be introduced during the prime phase of the design. Calculation conducted for green building labels afterwards achieves little. Unfortunately, most of the contractors still commission another party to apply for green building labels without incorporating upgraded ideas. Hopefully, as a building is in service, the users and managers are able to understand the intention of the design and the effort of the designers to minimize the need of maintenance.
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Yue Lun Tsai
Chief Sustainability Officer
Since the founding of the Bio-Architecture Formosana, sustainability is the prior concern of each project. Our design is to create buildings in harmony with their surroundings. Each project gives us precious experience for all kinds of possibilities of digital tools. We seek green design and certification for each project. From site analysis to design strategies, we have a comprehensive procedure that assures the unique mentality our office is driven. Our tasks of getting certificated not only meet the demands of our clients, but also look into the significance of all the statistic numbers and how our achievement could further benefit the entire industry. We are hoping to have the public to know us better, and to set up our future goals.
Yi Lun Wu
Branding Manager
The mentality of Bio-Architecture Formosana is sustaining sustainability. Lowcarbon aesthetics is the belief of our design teams, and we pursue innovation with passion. Each project, regardless its scales, is a manifesto of our mentality, and every detail is the proof of our commitment. Through our work, we are spreading messages of sustainability in our society.
Ya Chun Tsai
Director of Interior Dept.
From the outside to the inside of a building, and radiating from the site to its surroundings, our design adheres to sustainability. The orientation and surfaces decide the interior spatiality, and our first tasks are to transform drawbacks into advantages, and maximize advantages. We produce comfortable interior spaces responding to the needs of users and the functions of the place with energy saving methods and sustainable materials.
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ABOUT baF
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baF Team
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Projects Map
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Bioarchitecture Formosana
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Sustainable Innovation –Brand as Service • With high environmental and social sensibility, Baf perceives innovation as the core value which forges BaF ahead. • Cutting edge knowledge and technology are the sources of innovation. • Our goal is to provide humane, sustainable design services.
Integrated Professionals – Leading Team in the Profession • Bio-architecture Formosana cultivates integrated environmental design talents, encourages consistent learning and experimentation, and coordinates architectural theory with science and technology. • Incorporating BIM and parametric modeling into design process and consulting professionals in related fields enable us to examine ideas with precision • We collaborate with all sectors of the society to foster innovation and reform in the built environment.
Low-Carbon Aesthetics – New Design Principles In the context of global warming, we propose new principles as the framework of our design. Starting from environmental analysis and modeling, incorporating low-energy consumption materials and technology, preserving biodiversity, through the craftsmanship of environmental design, Bio-architecture Formosana presents a low-carbon aesthetics which provides comforts, health and a sustainable lifestyle.
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Projects Map
Taipei
Bei-Tou Branch of Taipei Public Library Shi-Pai Branch of Taipei Public Library Taipei International Flora Expo,Pavilions in XinSheng Park Solor LEO House Minlun Elementrary School Public Housing North Central Village Public Housing Songshan Public Housing Wanhua Public Housing Linkou Universiade 2017 Tamshui Arts Gallery Tamshui Light Rail Trantsit MRT Sanyin LB01~LB02 MRT Wanda LG04 Huwei Arts and Culture Leisure Park amba Taipei Zhongshan Hotel Ministry of Health and Welfare Office Building Taiwan Electric Coporation,Fuhe Office Building Sanchong Marcket NTUST 1st Dormitory NTUT Educate and Activity Center Zong He Elementary School SanChung Commertcial and Industrial Vocational High School Mackay Medicine College Taiwan Water Corporation Building in Taipei
Taoyuan．Miaoli
Taoyuan Zhonglu No.3 Public Housing Fame Hall Garden Hotel Central University Humanities and Social Sciences Building Tsinghwa University Green Energy Building Tsinghwu Unversity Innovation Incubation Center Miaoli Train Station Zhubei Train Station Hsinchu Science Park Dormitory Chunan Science Park Administration Center Jian Gung Primary School Classrooms Addition
Yunlin．Chiayi．Tainan
Chiayi Industrial Innovation Center AliShan House Renovation and Extension Taijiang National Park Visitor & Administrative Center LiouJia ITRI Dormitory Minsyong Train Station Dalin Train Station Joint Research Center for Green Energy Technologies Green Energy Technology Demonstration Site of Shalun Green Energy Scien aisugar's Circular Village
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Yilan
Bank of Taiwan Yilan Branch Nanfang'ao Visitor Center
Taichung．Changhua．Nantou
Central Taiwan Innovation Campus MOEA Art & Arch Museum Taiwan Water Corporation Office Park Area Taming Senior High School Branch of Applied Arts Dragon Steel Felicity Residential Development Changnan Regional Service Centers and Sports Leisure Park
Hualien．Taitung
Taitung Aboriginal Galleria Taiwan Fund for Children and Families Taitung Center
Kaohsiung．Pingtung
Namasha Ming Chuan Elementary School LCY Chemical Corp Building Kenting Hotel for Teachers Public Workers
Outside Taiwan
YFY Inc. Yangzhou Administrative Center
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Circular Economy
Circular Economy Embodied in Architecture Foreseeing the grandest change of the economy since the industrialization, we urge professionals of construction, materials and facilities to work together for the extensive social reform carrying out by circular economy. The foundation of circular economy is for everyone to understand that human being is one of the species in the entire ecology, a part of the giant living body of Gaia, who is our collective SELF. The operation of human societies must conform the natural laws. Sustainability is not a dream, it is the desired reality.
Principal Architect
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NATURAL RESSOURCES ROOF FRAMING
ECOLOGY
AQUAPONICS
SOLAR PANELS POND WASTE MANAGEMENT RAIN WATER COLLECTION REPAIR WORKSHOP
URBAN FARMING
WORKSHOP/COSHARING
FARMERS MARKET
DEMO HOUSE
GREEN TRANSPORT
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Circular Economy
Our New Office / An Example of Circular Economy At the end of 2017 our office moved from Shilin District to Chungshan District. The new office is at a convenient location near the Tatung University and Chingkuan Market, and easy to reach the MRT Red Line. In the new office we enjoy the view to Datun Mountain and Kuanyin Mountain. Additionally, the taking off or landing of aircrafts from the Songshan Airport add dynamics to our daily routines. We’d dismantled all the bookshelves, sliding doors and screens and moved them with us. Old desks, chairs, lights and fans were also brought to our new office. We situate ourselves in a new ambiance with familiar milieu. We minimized the upholstery, and applied green or recycled materials. We also maximized energy efficiency through smart arrangement. Our partitions were produced by old materials, mixing and matching with old and new furniture. Wiring is well integrated into the partitioned rooms. Non-volatile compounds among other green materials are employed, linoleum flooring was introduced. The arrangement of the wiring circuits for lights, T5 high performance light tubes, and shutters were to reduce the energy consumption for lighting.
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九典聯合建築師事務所 Bio architecture Formosana Authors
ChingHwa Chang YingChao Kuo
Editor in Chief
YiLun Wu
Deputy Editor
YueLun Tsai
Editors
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Translator
C.J.Anderson-Wu
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