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Corresponding Author

Shekha AlRasheed

Subject Area

Architectural Engineering

Article Type

Original Study

Abstract

A modern technology called "nanotechnology" has emerged that seeks to environmental design through the use of new technologies and advanced scientific methods in the construction of contemporary architectural edifices. The research problem is the underutilization of nanotechnology in building materials for residential buildings due to the lack of knowledge of the benefits and cost of this technology. The importance of the study lies in the use of building materials based on nanotechnology with new properties and high performance that address the problems in current building materials so as to apply sustainability standards and provide efficiency for residential buildings to suit the local environment. The research aims to benefit from the applications of nanotechnology in the development of residential buildings and the provision of consumed energy. The research follows the descriptive approach in identifying the concepts of sustainable architecture and the mechanism of its use in the field of architecture, linking it to nanotechnology, and collecting data related to nanomaterials that are used in construction and that are suitable for the local environment. Then the analytical approach, by conducting analytical studies of buildings that used nanotechnology in their design and drawing conclusions. Then the extract from the theoretical and analytical study is applied to a local case study of the facades of a residential building and a comparison is made between choosing the finishes of ordinary materials from the local market and modern nanomaterials, then making calculations of the quantities and costs of the materials used in order to improve energy operating costs and achieve the desired goal. Experience has proven that the use of Nano-processed materials has a great economic return, although it is expensive, but with its many advantages, it exceeds its price. It is recommended to educate engineers and consumers about the importance of using this technology because of its benefits, which are self-cleaning, easy cleaning, anti-bacterial, thermal insulation, anti-fog, protection from UV rays, and fire protection.)

Keywords

Nanotechnology, building materials, sustainable design, sustainable architecture, nanomaterials, quality of residential buildings

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