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Behm, M and Hock, P C (2012) Safe design of skyrise greenery in Singapore. Smart and Sustainable Built Environment, 1(02), 186-205.

Foliente, G and Seo, S (2012) Modelling building stock energy use and carbon emission scenarios. Smart and Sustainable Built Environment, 1(02), 118-38.

Ren, Z, Chrysostomou, V and Price, T (2012) The measurement of carbon performance of construction activities: A case study of a hotel construction project in South Wales. Smart and Sustainable Built Environment, 1(02), 153-71.

Tazilan, A (2012) Identifying microarchitecture for sustainable design in Malaysia. Smart and Sustainable Built Environment, 1(02), 172-85.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: design; Malaysia; microarchitecture; sustainability; urban areas; urban development
  • ISBN/ISSN: 2046-6099
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1108/20466091211260659
  • Abstract:
    Purpose - The purpose of this paper is to introduce a new approach in redefining and identifying microarchitecture (MCR) units in Malaysia. With case studies in the Langkawi Geopark area, it promotes better recognition of urban sustainability through classification, design and intervention. Design/methodology/approach - The study investigates empirically selected sites in Malaysia to understand the MCR typological uses. With findings from case studies, it follows a systematic approach in developing a conceptual classification model for MCR as an urban ecosystem to understand its structure, function, and metabolism patterns towards sustainability. Findings - MCR terminology, identification and classification has been redefined for better design and planning practices to related stakeholders of MCR development. Originality/value - The paper presents a new approach to sustainability by capturing the dynamic assessment and identification of MCR and its typoscape in Malaysia, using the Langkawi Geopark as a case study. It also presents a new practical classification analysis that should be of interest to users, the local authority, retailers, pedestrians, and stakeholders to develop better policies for the future.

Yildirim, K, Hidayetoglu, M L and Sen, A (2012) Effects on sustainability of various skylight systems in buildings with an atrium. Smart and Sustainable Built Environment, 1(02), 139-52.