How Facade Engineering can Improve Sustainability

How Facade Engineering can Improve Sustainability

Over the last decade, we have seen enormous growth in the environmental consciousness of the building industry. The combination of growing social concern and legislation has encouraged a more sustainable approach to the design and construction of buildings. That’s where Facade Engineering comes in!

A variety of additional measures can be taken by the Facade Engineer to ensure the building’s outer layer is made up of the most sustainable materials, without sacrificing on functionality and aesthetic design. The materials sourced should be recycled or recyclable, naturally sourced, and long-lasting. By ensuring the durability of the facade, and therefore building, a Facade Engineer is also reducing the long-term environmental effects of ongoing construction. Additionally, facade components that can generate energy such as solar or wind, should be incorporated into the building to ensure ongoing sustainability.

The sustainable benefits of a well-engineered facade

A well-engineered façade can help to reduce the building’s energy consumption long after construction has ended, and add to the lifespan of a building. Through clever design, a facade can improve natural lighting, heating and ventilation, reducing the need for additional energy. It is up to the façade engineer to provide the future occupants with a comfortable space in which to operate without having to use additional energy. Issues to be addressed include:

• The amount of natural light that enters a building
• Airflow 
• Heat retention
• Noise pollution from the external environment

With careful consideration of materials and structure, Facade Engineers are able to utilise natural resources to improve the livable environment and bring about a lower environmental impact in the future. When looking to start a new project, it’s essential to engage a Facade Engineer to ensure that the new building is safe, aesthetically pleasing and energy efficient. This is not only beneficial to the environment but also lowers energy costs and reduces the need for costly maintenance for the occupants.

Elite Australian Engineers are experts in the design of environmentally efficient facades. Our team of facade engineers will assess the environment on which it will be built along with any aesthetic goals, to create a facade that will reduce the long-term carbon footprint of your building. Get in touch today.