Sustainable Architecture in Pakistan: A Path to LEED Certification: An Architect’s Perspective

Authors

  • Kashif Riaz Master’s Scholar, SADU, Institute for Art and Culture, Lahore.
  • Umer Mahboob Malik Assistant Professor, SADU, Institute for Art and Culture, Lahore
  • Aksam Qureshi Master’s Scholar, SADU, Institute for Art and Culture, Lahore.
  • Zahid Ramzan Master’s Scholar, SADU, Institute for Art and Culture, Lahore.
  • Faizan Saeed Master’s Scholar, SADU, Institute for Art and Culture, Lahore.
  • Naveed Rehman Master’s Scholar, SADU, Institute for Art and Culture, Lahore.
  • Sarfraz Ahmed Master’s Scholar, SADU, Institute for Art and Culture, Lahore

Abstract

This paper explores the sustainable architecture practices worldwide and in Pakistan in the context of adopting these practices and pursue LEED certification. This paper by studying various published papers investigates the methodologies by which architects, construction professionals and other stakeholders can build environment, following LEED standards, exploring the value of renewable materials, energy conservation systems, that are adoptable to local cultural and historical context. This paper highlights the challenges presented due to climate change, natural resource depletion, and traditional construction practices, and explores avenues for innovation and sustainable growth. This research paper by adopting qualitative research method, explores various papers and examining LEED principles and criteria, offers perspectives on the current state of sustainable architecture in Pakistan, challenges and opportunities being faced, and proposes strategies for further developments.

Key words: Sustainable Architecture, sustainable construction, Pakistan, LEED Certification, Green Building, Energy Efficiency, Urban Development, Green Building Practices, Innovation

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Published

2024-12-31

How to Cite

Kashif Riaz, Umer Mahboob Malik, Aksam Qureshi, Zahid Ramzan, Faizan Saeed, Naveed Rehman, & Sarfraz Ahmed. (2024). Sustainable Architecture in Pakistan: A Path to LEED Certification: An Architect’s Perspective. Spectrum of Engineering Sciences, 2(5), 173–198. Retrieved from https://sesjournal.com/index.php/1/article/view/105

Issue

Vol. 2 No. 5 (2024): Spectrum of engineering sciences

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Articles