Project 1
Passive Green Building Case Studies Poster & Booklet
Design Process
In our 6-person group, we were tasked with selecting two architectural projects as case studies to examine the application of passive sustainable design strategies. We chose Silpakorn University in Thailand as our tropical climate case study and Masdar Institute of Science and Technology in the United Arab Emirates as our non-tropical climate case study. Our goal was to identify and compare the passive design strategies applied in both buildings, focusing on site planning, daylighting, façade design, natural ventilation, and strategic landscaping, and to analyse their impact on spatial quality and user experience.
For Silpakorn University, we conducted extensive online research to gather information on its passive design features and the architect’s approach, including the effectiveness of the strategies. My role was to carefully document all findings through detailed notes, photos, and diagrams from reliable sources, ensuring accurate references for the later stages of the project.
After collecting the necessary data, our group divided the tasks for the project deliverables: an A0 infographic poster and an A4 landscape booklet consisting of text, diagrams, sketches, drawings, and images. I was responsible for researching the structural materials used in both Silpakorn University and Masdar Institute of Science and Technology, analysing how these materials supported the buildings’ passive design strategies and enhanced user comfort. I compiled the findings and organised them in a visually engaging format, ready for inclusion in both the poster and booklet.
A4 Booklet
A0 Poster
Self-Reflection
Throughout Project 1, I gained extensive knowledge about passive sustainable design strategies and their application in different climatic contexts, specifically through our case studies of Silpakorn University and Masdar Institute of Science and Technology. I developed a deeper understanding of how materials and structural elements contribute to daylighting, natural ventilation, façade design, site planning, and strategic landscaping, as well as their impact on spatial quality and user experience. Through thorough online research and collaborative study sessions with my teammates, I was able to explore the technical aspects of these strategies and critically analyse their advantages, limitations, and effectiveness in real architectural projects
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This project also strengthened my ability to synthesise information and present it clearly. My role in researching the structural materials and their contribution to passive design strategies allowed me to combine technical analysis with visual communication, preparing the content for our A0 infographic poster and A4 landscape booklet. Collaborating closely with my group enhanced the learning experience, making it more engaging and interactive while fostering teamwork and shared problem-solving.
I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Ts. Khairool Aizat for his guidance throughout the project. His constructive feedback, insightful advice, and support were instrumental in helping us tackle challenges, stay focused, and approach the project with confidence and enthusiasm, ultimately contributing to our successful completion of the assignment.