Overview

Original Research

INTEGRATING GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE INTO URBAN HIGH-RISE BUILDINGS: DESIGN STRATEGIES AND BENEFITS

THEINGI AUNG 1, SUI RENG LIANA 2, ARKAR HTET 3, and AMIYA BHAUMIK 4.

Vol 18, No 05 ( 2023 )   |  DOI: 10.17605/OSF.IO/XCPH7   |   Author Affiliation: Theingi Aung, Research Scholar (Faculty of Business and Accounting), Lincoln University, Petaling Jaya, Selangor D. E., Malaysia 1; Sui Reng Liana, Associated Professor (Faculty of Business and Accounting), Lincoln University, Petaling Jaya, Selangor D. E., Malaysia 2; Arkar Htet, Research Scholar (Faculty of Business and Accounting), Lincoln University, Petaling Jaya, Selangor D. E., Malaysia 3; Amiya Bhaumik, President (Faculty of Business and Accounting), Lincoln University, Petaling Jaya, Selangor D. E., Malaysia 4.   |   Licensing: CC 4.0   |   Pg no: 1571-1579   |   Published on: 26-05-2023

Abstract

Urbanization and the increasing demand for sustainable development have led to the need for integrating green infrastructure in high-rise buildings. This article examines various green infrastructure design strategies, including green roofs, vertical gardens, green terraces, green facades, and urban agriculture. The benefits of these strategies are discussed from environmental, economic, and social perspectives. Despite the structural, maintenance, and water management challenges, solutions and best practices are presented to ensure the long-term viability of green infrastructure. The importance of building codes and regulations is also addressed. In conclusion, this article highlights the potential for architects, engineers, and urban planners to create more sustainable urban environments by incorporating green infrastructure in high-rise buildings.

Keywords

green infrastructure, high-rise buildings, sustainable development, green roofs, vertical gardens, green terraces, green facades, urban agriculture, building codes, regulations.