The design and construction of the green building--the Shanghai Tower as an example

Abstract

With an increasingly strong concept from the public in protecting the ecological environment, green buildings account for more percentages in the buildings built in recent years. However, there are still many problems to be solved in the design and construction of green buildings. Therefore, this paper combines the construction and design process of the Shanghai Tower, a famous green high-rise building, and analyses many aspects, such as foundation, structural design, material selection, circulatory system, technology application, and other areas, to draw some options that can be effectively used and practiced in green buildings. For example, the selection of alternative materials and the promotion and application of energy-saving design aspects, the use of geothermal energy and rainwater resources near the building and the effectiveness that BIM can play provide inspiration for the future development of green building design and construction, as well as an important embodiment of the concept of green and sustainable development.