A Study of Eco-Friendly Sustainable Architecture of Pakistan: Designs and Materials

Abstract

Aim of the Study: This study aims to investigate the strategic planning of South Asian architectural design and materials to resist extreme weather of the region. It will be examined that what kinds of architectural plan, designs and materials were employed historically and are still used in modern construction. The primary aim of this research is to identify sustainable and eco-friendly architecture of the region.

Methodology: The research is based on qualitative research methods. It is a descriptive and observational study, utilising case studies of historical and contemporary architecture of Pakistan. The architectural styles, plans, designs, and building materials employed in the construction of buildings in the South Asian region from 712 A.D. to 2020 A.D., will be focused.

Findings: The architecture of the South Asian region features open plans, innovative designs, and sustainable materials, tailored to the geological, geographical, and climatic factors of the area. Pakistan's contemporary architecture is characterised by sustainability and eco-friendliness.

Conclusion: It is concluded that harmony and synchronisation are maintained between native materials and traditional techniques in order to produce a successful depiction of innovative architecture in the area. The continuation of traditional designs with local construction material and the fusion of new technologies show the creativity of the architects and artisans with advancement. The architects and designers preferably followed the trends, which are suitable for the extreme weather of the region and introduced eco-friendly designs with sustainable construction of contemporary buildings.