Regenerative and Positive Impact Architecture Roadmap

Abstract

In this chapter, we summarize the key research findings described earlier in Chap. 7. We found that the regenerative paradigm is closer to reverse the ecological foot print and provide a positive impact building than the reductionist efficiency paradigm. Thanks to the biogenic CO₂ calculation approach for bio-based construction and insulation materials, or rapidly renewables agricultural products that are typically harvested within a 10-year or shorter cycle following a sustainable management process. Also, we reflect on the effectiveness of our novel framework for regenerative building design, presented earlier in Chap. 4. The framework could have been used by architects to prevent the negative impact of some case studies and adopt a regenerative and resource centred thinking. Another key contribution of this chapter is the presentation of ten key learned lessons for regenerative and positive impact architecture. The learned lessons are presented and illustrated in an informative way proving relevant content and corresponding illustrations forming a roadmap for future regenerative architecture. In fact, the regenerative paradigm increased knowledge about the materials and embodied energy, generated a more conscious attitude to materials and energy resources selection and almost eliminated the reductionist paradigm in design. Finally, we discuss the limitations and implications of our research on the architectural design practice.