STUDY ON THE IMPLEMENTATIONS OF SUSTAINABLE ARCHITECTURE STRATEGIES IN INNOVATION PRECINCT DESIGN
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Increasing carbon emissions and energy consumption due to the development of high-tech infrastructure, implementation of sustainable architecture strategies in innovation precincts arises as a solution to reduce environmental impacts. One of which raising this concern includes Melbourne Connect that has achieved numerous sustainability awards. This research explores two main questions: (1) What are the sustainable design strategies implemented at Melbourne Connect? and (2) How do these strategies contribute to sustainability? This research uses a qualitative approach and thematic analysis based on Sassi's Strategies for sustainable architecture theory, using data sources from literature study, video recording, and field observations. The results show that Melbourne Connect has implemented all components within Sassi's theory, represented by sustainable design strategies such as brownfield site utilization, porosity principle, natural elements, waste & rain water collection system, solar panel usage, and energy efficient façade design. These strategies are proven to not only reduce overall energy consumption by 40-50% compared to conventional buildings, but also create collaborative and healthy community. Therefore, Melbourne Connect can serve as an appropriate exemplar for the design of future sustainable innovation precincts.
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