The Department of Architecture and Interior Architecture at the School of Architecture and Built Environment (SABE) at the German Jordanian University (GJU) hosted a specialized lecture titled “Sustainable Building Materials”, delivered by Eng. Samah Khalaf and Eng. Farah Al-Khatib from at Assarai Engineering Firm. The lecture was organized as part of the department’s efforts to strengthen the practical aspect of education and connect students with the latest professional practices in architecture and sustainability.
The lecture highlighted the concept of sustainable building materials and their role in developing buildings with higher environmental and energy efficiency. It also reviewed material evaluation standards and international sustainability certifications, as well as their impact on improving environmental performance, indoor environmental quality, and reducing the carbon footprint of buildings.
In addition, the session addressed the latest trends and innovations in the sustainable building materials sector, featuring practical presentations of materials used in modern projects and showcasing real samples to demonstrate their properties and various applications in contemporary architectural projects.
The lecture also explored Simulation Technologies and their role in studying material performance and analyzing their impact on energy efficiency as well as the thermal and environmental performance of buildings. These technologies contribute to supporting design decisions and achieving sustainability principles in modern architectural projects.
The event provided students with the opportunity to explore real-world examples from the labor market and gain insight into methods of integrating sustainability concepts throughout the design and implementation phases, thereby enhancing their understanding of practical applications and keeping pace with the rapid developments in the architecture and sustainable construction sector.