Architecture✦ New topic
sustainable design
noun
Definition
A design approach that minimises environmental impact through efficient use of materials, energy, and space.
In a sentence
“Sustainable design principles are now embedded in building regulations in many countries.”
Synonyms
green designeco-designenvironmentally conscious design
Common collocations
- sustainable design principles
- sustainable design features
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