Learning from Mediterranean Vernacular Building Techniques to Help Create Better Sustainable Solutions in Contemporary Architecture and Design
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2023
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AI-GENERATED ABSTRACT: Abstract: As climate change looms as an insidious threat, the pivotal moment beckons to harness local resources and evolve construction paradigms that eschew environmental exploitation and global transportation of materials. The narrative of sustainability, often misused for corporate greenwashing, demands a sincere introspection across professions to foster tangible change. Vernacular architecture emerges as a poignant template, embodying generations of evolved techniques harmonized with local climate and resources, offering a pathway to mitigate global warming impacts. This thesis navigates the confluence of vernacular wisdom and modern architectural uniformity, probing the potential synergy that could redefine sustainable construction. Amidst the ubiquity of concrete, the hallmark of modern construction yet a significant source of greenhouse emissions, the discourse explores the resurgence of sustainable materials like Mycelium and the rekindling of age-old vernacular techniques. The investigation transcends a mere replication of traditional methods, advocating for a nuanced amalgamation of vernacular insights with modern technology to foster accessible and sustainable architectural solutions. By delving into the essence of vernacular architecture as the "building of and by the people" and juxtaposing it against the often detached modern design practices, the thesis seeks to elucidate a middle ground where the past informs the present, propelling a sustainable architectural narrative that is both accessible and environmentally congruent. Keywords: Climate Change, Vernacular Architecture, Modern Architecture, Sustainable Construction, Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Local Resources, Mycelium