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5. Intelligent to Smart Buildings

The chapter examines the multifaceted relationship between civil engineering, societal needs, and global sustainability. It outlines the importance of intelligent and smart buildings, aesthetics in the built environment, heritage conservation, and recent innovations in building codes and construction methodologies. By addressing these themes, the chapter emphasizes strategies for optimizing performance, enhancing comfort, and ensuring environmental sustainability in civil engineering practices.

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Sections

  • 5.1

    Intelligent To Smart Buildings

    This section explores the evolution of intelligent buildings into smart buildings, highlighting their definitions, features, and significance in enhancing energy efficiency and occupant comfort.

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  • 5.2

    Aesthetics Of Built Environment

    The aesthetics of the built environment encompasses the philosophical study of beauty in architecture, highlighting the significance of design elements and cultural context.

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  • 5.2.1

    Role Of Urban Arts Commissions

    Urban Arts Commissions play a vital advisory and regulatory role in enhancing the aesthetic aspects of urban design, preserving heritage, and contributing to the beautification of urban environments.

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  • 5.2.2

    Heritage Conservation And Structural Repair And Rehabilitation

    This section discusses the significance of heritage conservation alongside the methods and processes involved in structural repair and rehabilitation.

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  • 5.3

    Innovations And Methodologies For Sustainability

    This section discusses current innovations and methodologies in civil engineering that enhance sustainability through building codes, information modeling standards, and environmental management systems.

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  • 5.3.1

    Building Codes

    Building codes are essential frameworks ensuring safety, sustainability, and functionality in the construction and operation of buildings.

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  • 5.3.2

    Building Information Modeling Standards

    The ISO 19650 standard establishes a framework for managing information throughout the lifecycle of a built asset using Building Information Modeling (BIM).

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  • 5.3.3

    Environment Management System Standards

    This section outlines the framework of Environmental Management Systems (EMS) that help organizations improve their environmental performance and comply with regulations.

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  • 5.3.4

    Iso Tc268 ‘sustainable Cities And Communities'

    ISO TC268 focuses on standardizing methods and frameworks to promote sustainable urban and rural development, aligning with global sustainability goals.

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