Future is in the Past
Learning from Traditional to design
Sustainable Contemporary Architecture Benefits
Transmission
Innovation
Social Engagement of different actors
Politic Accessibility of
Work
Economy Non-market and solidarities
Education
Quality
Ecology
Heritage
Renewed Attention
Experiences sharing Interactive community projects
Low cost materials and tools Local economy
Sustainable materials (local, natural, few transformed) Reusable materials
Aestheticism Sensitive approach of
natural texture/structure Non standardized design
traditional structures through norms changes
Awareness and transfer of knowledge Conservation and revalorisation of history and traditions
Media Diffusion of
knowledge via internet, exhibitions and competitions
Gain of independence Social & Cultural openness Collaborative perspectives Improvement of techniques Invention of new structures More sustainable designs Deeper interest in potentials of materials Integration/Adaptation to different cultures Restriction of global ideas
Photos : ( left ) Dubai , United Arab Emirates (right) Shibam, Yemen
Design Pitch / Statement ( 250 words) I believe that we can refer to vernacular/traditional constructions to design future architectural projects for sustainable perspectives but it necessitates to be renowned through transmission of knowledge. Beyond the use of local natural materials and ancient techniques, vernacular architecture mobilises actors from different fields that share their competences throughout participative projects in a non-market economy (Jamin and Marcom 2015, 517-520). It is significant because people engaged in construction learn practical skills allowing them to work independently later and transmit their knowledge. Consequently, this collective educational approach permits the emergence of innovative ideas regarding building techniques (ibid. p. 520). This is relevant for improving sustainable structures while integrating contemporary technologies. It is essential to promote the sustainability of traditional techniques by changing policy and education ensuring an effective awareness through population as earthen architecture in Egypt (Sameh, 2013, p. 369). It is also profitable to export traditional performances at a larger scale through courses, workshops and the use of media via internet. Social and human… (Rey Cuellar 2014, 861). This means that traditional architecture is getting more accessible to the public and designers through the transmission of knowledge and the standardisation of vernacular methods. Moreover, the combination of traditional techniques and modern systems provides optimal professional adaptation with local cultures for the sake of its preservation (Jorge 2015, 250-206). I conceive that in a global and contemporary world, a renewed attention to vernacular techniques will enable designing sustainable architecture ensuring innovative ways of thinking modernity, collaborative works and cultural heritages.
Reference List : M. Jamin & A. Marcom, 2015. “How to understand vernacular sustainability of earthen architecture only considering the inventory and technical knowledge?”. In Earthen Architecture: Past, Present and Future, edited by Mileto, Vegas, García Soriano & Cristini, 517-520. London : Taylor & Francis Group. F. Jorge, 2015. “ Contemporary rammed earth construction. Alexandre Bastos—creativity and maturity”. In Earthen Architecture: Past, Present and Future, edited by Mileto, Vegas, García Soriano & Cristini, 205-208. London : T aylor & Francis Group.
Poster Images : Ito, Jui. 2015. “NBC News: Fire Breaks Out in Dubai Skyscraper Near the Burj Khalifa”. Image. Accessed May 22, 2016. http://guardianlv.com/2015/12/skyscraper-fire-in-dubai/ Dan. 2014. “The Oldest Skyscraper City | Shibam, Yemen”. Image. Accessed May 22, 2016. http://www.ritebook. in/2014/04/the-oldest-skyscraper-city-shibam-yemen.html
N. Rey Cuellar (2014). “Social and human aspects in the use of vernacular knowledge”. In Vernacular Heritage and Earthen Architecture , edited by Correia, M. Carlos, G. Rocha, S. 861-865. London : CRC Press. Sameh, S. H. (2013). Promoting earth architecture as a sustainable construction technique in Egypt . Journal of Cleaner Production , 362-373.
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DEB 100 - Design and Sustainability
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