ADVANCED CONSTRUCTION TECHNIQUES
GREEN BUILDINGS
SANKET SHINDE A.B.C.M
ADITI TANDEL SEM 10
ADITYA THORAT PHCOA RASAYANI
WHAT IS ADVANCED CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY?
Advanced Construction Systems refer to innovative
methods, materials, and technologies used to improve the
efficiency, sustainability, and functionality of buildings.
Green building technology is one of them.
Green Buildings-
Green buildings are structures designed to
minimize their environmental impact by using
energy-efficient systems, sustainable materials,
and eco-friendly construction techniques.
WHAT IS GREEN BUILDING TECHNOLOGY ??
A Green building is nothing more than a
building which is built using reusable
materials and other materials which make
the building efficient and environmentally
friendly. And Green building technology
typically covers everything from
geothermal heating to energy-efficient
appliances.
Green Building Construction presents one
big solution to this unsustainable growth.
Green building is a structure which is
designed, built, renovated, operated, or
reused in an environmentally friendly and
.1)Protecting Occupant Health
resource-efficient manner. In addition to
2.Improving Employee Productivity
that, these buildings are designed to meet
3.Conservation Of Energy, Water,And Other Fast Depleting Resources
certain criticalobjectives .
4.Reduce The Use Of Energy, Water,And Other Fast Depleting Resources
5.Lower Carbon Footprint6.Reducing The Overall Impact ToThe Environment
7.Better Indoor Air
AIM OF GREEN BUILDING TECHNOLOGY
The aim of a green building design is to
minimize the demand on non-renewable
resources and maximize the utilization
efficiency of these resources when in use
and utilization of renewable resources.
Architects & planners are thinking green
in the planning of Buildings. Integrating
living &vegetation with architecture is fast
gaining popularity around the world and
now a new term "Vegitecture" has been
coined for it and it is becoming common.
Thus the Architect may think to bring
concrete jungles to green jungles through
"Vegitecture".
CHARACTERISTICS OF GREEN BUILDING
The cost of constructing
energy efficient building is
estimated to be 15 — 20%
higher as compared to
conventional building
without energy efficiency.
However, this is more than
compensated over the
period of time i.e during life
cycle cost and operation &
living. Using green building
materials and products,
promotes conservation of
non renewable resources
internationally.
Building construction and its upkeep for livable conditions requires huge energy in lighting, air-conditioning, operation of
appliances etc. Green Building i.e. energy efficient building is the one |which can reduce energy consumption by at least 40% as
compared to conventional building.
LEED INDIA CONCEPT
The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED-India) is a green building certification system tailored to India’s
unique environmental, social, and economic contexts. Administered by the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC)—a part of
the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII)—LEED-India aligns with global sustainability standards while addressing local
challenges like water scarcity, energy efficiency, and urban heat islands
What is LEED-India?
LEED-India is a voluntary, consensus-based rating system
for designing, constructing, and operating high-
performance green buildings. It is adapted from the global
LEED framework (developed by the U.S. Green Building
Council) but customized for India’s climate, regulations,
and cultural practices
Objectives of LEED-India
Reduce Environmental Impact: Minimize energy/water
use, waste, and carbon emissions.
Enhance Occupant Health: Prioritize indoor air quality,
natural light, and non-toxic materials.
Promote Resource Efficiency: Encourage renewable
energy, rainwater harvesting, and recycled materials.
DIFFERENCE BETWEEN GREEN BUILDING AND CONVENTIONAL BUILDINGS
Factors Green Building Conventional Building
Energy Uses renewable energy like solar, wind, and geothermal, reducing Relies on conventional energy sources like coal, gas, and
Consumption dependence on fossil fuels. electricity.
Incorporates sustainable, recyclable, and locally sourced Uses conventional materials like bricks, cement, and steel, which
Material Usage materials such as bamboo, recycled steel, and low-carbon have a higher environmental impact.
concrete.
Water Features rainwater harvesting, greywater recycling, and water- Standard plumbing with higher water wastage and no reuse
Management efficient fixtures to reduce wastage. systems.
Waste Focuses on reducing construction and operational waste Generates significant waste during construction and operation
Management through recycling and composting. without proper recycling strategies.
Indoor Prioritizes natural ventilation, daylighting, and non-toxic Often relies on artificial lighting, ventilation, and materials that
Environment materials for better air quality. may release harmful chemicals
Long-Term Lower operational costs, improved occupant health, and higher Higher maintenance and energy costs, with no direct
Benefits property value due to sustainability. environmental benefits.
APPLE PARK
The Art and Science of Building Design
APPLE PARK
Project Overview
Location: Cupertino, California, USA
Client: Apple Inc.
Architects: Foster + Partners
Landscape Architect: OLIN
Structural Engineers: Arup
Construction Timeline: 2013 - 2017
Project Cost: Estimated $5 billion Introduction
Site Area: 175 acres Apple Park, located in Cupertino, California, is the corporate
Built-Up Area: Approx. 2.8 million headquarters of Apple Inc. This innovative campus is often referred to as
square feet "The Spaceship" due to its iconic circular design. Envisioned by Steve
Certification: LEED certified Jobs and designed by the renowned architecture firm Foster + Partners,
Last certified on: December 31, Apple Park is a testament to Apple's philosophy of simplicity,
2019 functionality, and sustainability. Completed in 2017, the campus spans
Certification level: platinum 175 acres and accommodates over 12,000 employees.
CERTIFICATION:
CERTIFICATION TYPE: LEED 2009 NEW CONSTRUCTION
LEED PLATINUM CERTIFIED
LAST CERTIFIED ON: DECEMBER 31, 2019
POINTS ACQUIRED: 87
Circular Building: Materials and
The main building, often Construction:
referred to as "The Ring," is a Extensive use of glass: The building
perfect circle measuring 1.6 features the world’s largest curved
kilometers in circumference.
The structure is four stories
above ground with three
glass panels, enhancing
transparency and blurring the line
between indoors and outdoors.
Architectural
Design
stories of underground parking. Aluminum and steel: The
minimalist design incorporates
lightweight materials for structural
efficiency and aesthetic appeal.
Roof:
The roof is covered with solar panels,
making it one of the largest solar
installations in the world, generating 17
megawatts of power.
TOTAL AREA COVERED: 868,000 SQUARE FEET
NUMBER OF SOLAR PANELS: AROUND 4,300 PANELS
PANEL EFFICIENCY: APPROXIMATELY 22%.
POWER GENERATION CAPACITY: 17 MEGAWATTS (MW)
ANNUAL ENERGY PRODUCTION: APPROXIMATELY 23 GIGAWATT-HOURS
20% TO 30% ENERGY AND AREA COVERED BY SOLAR PANELS IN THE PARKING AND 80% TO 70% ENERGY AND AREA
COVERED IN THE ROOFTOP AREA
Design Considerations for Building
One of the major challenges was to create a floor system that could span large distances (up to 45 feet at the outer radius of the
building). The building also had to meet stringent seismic performance requirements, meaning the floor system needed to be able to
handle vertical accelerations (shaking) of up to 1.2g (about 1.2 times the force of gravity) without damaging the structure.
Floor Section
PEX Tubing in Precast Form
Erected Void Slabs Mist Sprinkler Plumbing Pre-Installed
What is Hollow core slab?
Hollow core slabs are pre-stressed slabs with either round or shaped voids, depending on local requirements.
They are one of the most popular, efficient and long span floor construction components that exist today.
Benefits-
Reduces concrete & steel usage, lowering CO₂
emissions.
Provides thermal mass effect, improving energy
efficiency.
Hollow cores allow natural ventilation, reducing
HVAC loads.
Prefabrication minimizes waste & speeds up
construction.
Lighter weight reduces foundation size & material
use.
Allows longer spans, creating flexible open spaces.
Uses green concrete & supports renewable energy
integration.
UFAD SYSTEM- UNDERFLOOR AIR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM ADVANTAGES-
IMPROVED THERMAL COMFORT
INSTEAD OF TRADITIONAL OVERHEAD DUCTWORK,THE UFAD SYSTEM UTILIZES THE SPACE BELOW THE FLOOR TO SUPPLY
REDUCED ENERGY CONSUMPTION
AIR TO THE BUILDING OCCUPANTS.
IMPROVED VENTILATION
1. THE BUILDING FLOOR IS CONSTRUCTED WITH A 2. CONDITIONED SUPPLY AIR IS DELIVERED TO THE 3. THE CONDITONED AIR FLOW ABOVE THROUGH
RAISED FLOOR PLENUM UNDERFLOOR PLENUM BY AIR HANDLING UNIT THESE GRILLS
4. AIR NOW RISES AND IS EVENTUALLY EXTRACTED 5. CONDITIONED AIR RISES UP AND MIXES WITH THE 6. AIR GOES BACK TO THE HVAC AIR HANDLING UNIT
THROUGH THE RETURN GRILLS LOCATED IN THE ROOM AIR, PROVIDING COOLING OR HEATING AS FOR RECONDITIONING
CEILING REQUIRED
CONSTRUCTION TECHNIQUES -
PRE-FABRICATED MODULES
THOUSANDS OF PREFABRICATED 26 FT LONF
MODULES WERE MANUFACTURED OFF SITE AND
BROUGHT TO THE SITE AND ASSEMBLED. THESE
MODULES CONSISTED OF VARIOUS CONFIGURATION
LIKE BATHROOMS, UTILITY CLOSE CLOSETS AND
BANKS OF OFFICES COMPLETE WITH CARPET AND
WINDOW TREATMENT. THIS ALLOWED FOR MORE
PRECISE CONSTRUCTION AND FEWER HOURS OF ON
SITE WORK.
CURVED GLASS
APPLE PARK IS NOTABLE FOR ITS USE OF THE
WORLD’S LARGEST CURVED GLASS PANELS, WHICH
ARE SEAMLESSLY INTEGRATED INTO THE BUILDING'S
STRUCTURE. THESE GLASS PANELS WERE CUSTOM-
MADE IN GERMANY AND ARE DESIGNED TO OFFER
UNOBSTRUCTED VIEWS WHILE ENHANCING
NATURAL LIGHT PENETRATION. 5
WHAT IS HEAT ISLAND EFFECT
UNDERGROUND PARKING
THE HEAT ISLAND EFFECT REFERS TO THE SPACE
PHENOMENON WHERE URBAN OR METROPOLITAN
AREAS EXPERIENCE SIGNIFICANTLY HIGHER THE UNDERGROUND
TEMPERATURES THAN THEIR SURROUNDING RURAL GARAGE PARKING IS
AREAS. THIS TEMPERATURE DIFFERENCE IS COMPOSED OF POST-
PRIMARIALY DUE TO HUMAN ACTIVITIES AND THE TENSIONED,
PRESTRESSED RADIAL
CONCENTRATION OF BUILDING, ROADS AND OTHER
BEAM, STACK FRAMED
INFRASTRUCTURE THAT ABSORBS AND RETAIN HEAT.
WITH THE COLUMNS,
THE HEAT ISLAND EFFECT DOUBLE TEE AND SLAB
THE HEAT ISLAND EFFECT INCREASED ENERGY FLOOR MEMBERS,
CONSUMPTION ELEVATED EMISSIONS TANGENTIAL BEAMS
COMPROMISED HUMAN HEALTH AND COMFORT AND MOAT
DECREASED WATER QUALITY SPANDRELS, AND
MITIGATION STRATERGIES SHEAR WALLS.
MITIGATION STRATERGIES GREEN ROOFS AND WALLS
INCREASED URBAN GREENERY COOL ROOFS AND
PAVEMENTS URBAN PLANNING ENERGY-EFFICIENT
BUILDINGS
