NEW TRENDS IN ENERGY

EFFICIENT ARCHITECTURE

SUBMITTED BY
BRAINY ZIPHRA GRASPHY.A I 311220251702
KIRTHIKA .A I 311220251026
KAVIPRIYA.S.N I 311220251025 SUBMITTED TO Ar.MOHANAPRIYA
CONTENTS :
 Introduction
 trends in energy – efficient architecture
 Passive Solar Power Design
 High-Performance Insulation
 Smart Building Automation
 Green Roofs & Living Walls
 Net-Zero Energy Buildings
 Energy-Efficient HVAC systems
 Renewable Energy Integration
 Flexibility and Adaptability in Design
 Conclusion
WHAT IS
EEA ? in a building by providing an optimized mix of passive solar–design
energy use
strategies, energy-efficient equipment, and renewable sources of energy.

IMPORTANCE OF EEA :
• Energy-efficient architecture plays a crucial role in combating climate change and
reducing carbon emissions.
• It encompasses design principles, technologies, and materials aimed at
minimizing energy consumption while maximizing comfort and functionality.

Pros: Green buildings depend on the sun, wind, and geothermal energy, so there is
reduced dependence on conventional sources of energy. This reduces the carbon footprint.
Con: You must build in a location that allows you to take advantage of these natural
resources. For example, if you are planning to install solar panels, a lot near trees or
buildings may not get enough sun. Also, you need an architectural design conducive to solar
panels. Buildings that intend to use wind or geothermal energy sources have other location
and positioning limits.
TRENDS IN ENERGY – EFFICENT ARCHITECTURE
 Passive Solar Power Design
 High-Performance Insulation
 Smart Building Automation
 Green Roofs & Living Walls
 Net-Zero Energy Buildings
 Energy-Efficient HVAC systems
 Renewable Energy Integration
 Flexibility and Adaptability in Design
Passive Solar Power Design :
• Passive solar design harnesses the sun’s natural energy to reduce a building’s reliance on
artificial heating and lighting.
• By strategically positioning windows, the building’s thermal mass capabilities, and insulation,
it optimizes heat gain during the day and heat retention at night.
• This approach not only lowers energy consumption but also enhances occupant comfort.
Passive solar design is cost-effective, and environmentally responsible, and has gained
prominence in sustainable construction, making it a cornerstone of energy-efficient
building design.
 High-Performance Insulation :
• The next trend in energy-efficient building design is high-
performance insulation. Insulation plays a pivotal role in
energy-efficient building design by minimizing heat
transfer.
• Cutting-edge insulation materials, such as spray foam,
aerogel, and advanced fiberglass, provide superior thermal
resistance.
• They act as a thermal barrier, preventing energy loss and
maintaining consistent indoor temperatures. With reduced
reliance on heating and cooling systems, these insulating
materials enhance both energy efficiency and cost savings.
• High-performance insulation is a fundamental
component of sustainable construction, ensuring that
buildings remain comfortable year-round while curbing
energy consumption.
Smart Building Automation:
• Smart building automation leverages technology to optimize energy consumption. Through
sensors and intelligent control systems, it adapts a building’s operations to real-time conditions.
• This includes adjusting lighting, heating, and cooling for maximum efficiency and occupant
comfort. Such systems can be remotely monitored and programmed, offering flexibility and
potential energy savings.
• Smart building automation is a vital trend in energy-efficient design, aligning sustainability with
convenience, making it increasingly prevalent in modern construction.
• If you are looking for a reliable and professional design and build company to convert or design
your home or commercial building with energy-efficiency building design in mind, we at Rose Line
Premier Construction are here to help.
Green Roofs & Living Walls:
• Green roofs and living walls are innovative
features of an energy-efficient building
design.
• They involve incorporating plants and
vegetation onto rooftops and vertical
surfaces to encourage carbon emissions to
be absorbed naturally.
• These features provide enhanced insulation,
reducing heating and cooling needs, and
mitigating the urban heat island effect.
• Moreover, they promote sustainability and
biodiversity in urban environments.
• Green roofs and living walls are being
recognized as effective tools in sustainable
architecture design, making cities greener
and buildings more energy-efficient.
Net-Zero Energy Buildings :
• Net-Zero Energy Buildings mark a remarkable
shift toward sustainable construction.
• These structures generate as much energy
as they consume.
• Achieving this balance relies on a
combination of energy-efficient building
design, renewable energy integration, and
advanced technologies.
• Net-zero buildings are environmentally
responsible, with reduced carbon footprints and
lower energy costs for owners.
• They exemplify the potential for self-sufficiency
and have gained prominence as a leading trend
in energy-efficient construction, driving the
industry toward a more sustainable and eco-
conscious future
Energy-Efficient HVAC Systems:
• Energy-efficient HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, Air
Conditioning) Systems are crucial for minimizing energy
consumption in building design
• . These systems employ cutting-edge technology to
optimize heating, ventilation, and air conditioning.
• They operate more efficiently, reducing energy waste
and costs. Innovations include variable-speed
compressors, smart thermostats, and zoned
heating/cooling.
• Incorporating energy-efficient HVAC systems not only
enhances environmental responsibility but also
improves indoor air quality and occupant comfort.
• The adoption of energy-efficient HVAC systems has
become standard in green building design, delivering
tangible benefits to both the environment and
building owners.
Renewable Energy Integration:
• Renewable Energy Integration is a pivotal trend in energy-efficient building design.
• It involves harnessing clean energy sources like solar panels and wind turbines to power
buildings.
• By generating on-site renewable energy, buildings reduce their dependence on
conventional power grids and decrease their carbon footprint.
• This innovative approach aligns with sustainability goals and offers long-term
cost savings.
• As the renewable energy sector advances, integration into building design is becoming
more feasible and accessible, making it a leading trend in constructing eco-friendly, energy-
efficient structures.
Flexibility and Adaptability in
Design:
• Future commercial buildings will need to be adaptable
to changing circumstances, including technological
advancements and evolving energy standards.
• Designing flexible spaces that can easily
accommodate new energy-efficient technologies
ensures that buildings remain at the forefront of
sustainability over time.
• Integrate smart technologies that enable real-time
monitoring and control of building systems.
• Use sustainable materials and construction techniques
that minimize environmental impact and support
future upgrades.
• Consider the life cycle of the building and design for
easy maintenance and retrofitting.
Case Study
Energy Efficient building “ Architect’s house, Gokhle Marg, Lucknow, U.P.

Residence name: The architect’s house

Location: Lucknow
Climate: Humid subtropical
Area of the building: 548.55 sqm
Building design features:
The building was conceived with the center
idea of giving back to environment and
developing a self-sustaining structure which
can house all the comforts of a home
The key point taken in consideration:
1. Efficient site selection & planning. • Air gap is provided to south direction it
2. Water conservation passes the heat and airto reduces solar
3. Energy conservation heat gain from south.Stone cladding in
4. Material conservation south direction will reduce the maximum
5. Enhancing the indoor heat gain in the interiors of building.
environment quality
• Gap between the steps passes the air
and light. It provides proper ventilation
and helps in the reduction of
consumption of electrical energy for
lighting at this particular location. Keeps
the lower floors of the house cooler.

• A green roof is a roof of a building that is

partially or completely covered with
grasses and a growing medium, planted
over a water proofing membrane.
• Green roofs serve several purposes for a
building,such as absorbing rainwater,
providing insulation,pleasing landscape,
and helping to lower urban air
temperatures.Reduce air-
conditioning costs.
• It is a system of catching rainwater where it
falls. In rooftop harvesting, the roof becomes
the catchments, and the rainwater is collected
from the roof of the building. It can either be
stored in a tank or diverted to artificial
recharge system. This method is less
expensiveand very effective and if
implemented properly helps in augmenting the
groundwater level of the area. Recycled water
used for gardening and washing purposes.
ENERGY CONSERVATION
Lightings and sensor
• LED lighting
• Automated sensor driven technology
A sensor is defined as a device that converts
a physical stimulus into a readable output.
The detection and measurement of some
physical effect provides information to the
control system regarding a related property
of the system under control, which we are
interested in regulating to within some ‘set
point’ range.
The controller outputs a command to an
actuator (a valve, for example) to correct for
measured deviations from the set point, and
the control loop is thereby closed.
• Provides up to 500 L hot water per day We are
using free energy! Solar energy is free and
abundant (by cost) They are efficient.
Approximately 80% radiation isturned into heat
energy. We save money on fuel bills.

• Low e- glass for glazing

This is where low emissivity (or low-e glass)
coatings come into play. Low-E glass has a
microscopically thin transparent coating it is much
thinner than a human hair that reflects long-wave
infrared energy (or heat) Some low-e's also reflect
significant amounts of short-wave
solar infrared energy
• MATERIAL CONSERVATION
• Use of foam concrete blocks (AAC blocks)
• AAC blocks is a lightweight, precast, foam
concrete building material invented in the mid-
1920s that simultaneously provides structure,
insulation, and fire- and mold-
resistance.Eliminates the use of conventional fire
burnt bricks.Larger size blocks leads to faster
masonry work. Reduces the cost of the project
Improved thermal efficiency reduces the heating
and cooling load in buildings. Porous structure
allows for superior fire resistance
 Co.
•nclusion:
The future of energy-efficient commercial buildings is
promising and dynamic, driven by technological innovation,
environmental consciousness, and a growing need for
sustainable solutions.
• From smart building integration to the electrification of
systems, the commercial real estate landscape is evolving to
embrace a greener and more efficient future.
• As these trends and predictions materialize, the
commercial building sector is set to play a crucial role in
mitigating climate change and shaping a more sustainable
world