Specific architectural elements can be identified in constructions located in regions
frequently exposed to earthquakes. These earthquake resistant features were developed …

Vernacular architecture represents a great resource that has considerable potential to define
principles for sustainable design and contemporary architecture. This publication is the …

The valorization and preservation of vernacular architecture, as well as traditional
construction techniques and materials, is a key-element for cultural identity. Conservation …

Solar passive strategies that have been developed in vernacular architecture from different
regions are a response to specific climate effects. These strategies are usually simple, low …

The building sector is material-intensive and is responsible for consuming large quantities of
local and international resources. In extreme climates, the consumption of these resources …

Energy retrofitting is one of the critical elements in national energy efficiency action plans in
Egypt and Portugal to achieve energy efficiency in the buildings' sector. Therefore, this study …

The awareness and preservation of the vernacular heritage and traditional construction
techniques and materials is crucial as a key element of cultural identity. However, vernacular …

Mediterranean vernacular architecture was developed not only with respect to
environmental and climatic factors but also with respect to culture, traditional construction …

The main objective of this article is the measurement of the passive hygrothermal behaviour
and indoor comfort in the traditional Basque architectural model as it has developed and …

Vernacular houses possess significant climate-responsive properties due to the
accumulated information from the trial-and-error method. Therefore, the traditional houses of …