ABSTRACT
Sustainable steel buildings are designed to continue to function effectively and be flexible and easier in change of uses. In the long term, they are providing efficiently and economically built assets. In this context, sustainable steel buildings are concerned primarily with
• Minimizing the use of energy • Using of locally produced materials • Reducing waste and air pollutions in the construction process • Using waste recycled materials • Adapting whole-life-cycle costing schemes in the design process of
new build and using schemes to help minimise economic maintenance cost during the life of the building
• Continue to provide sustainable clients attractions • Continue providing friendly and healthy working environment • Providing pleasing appearance and no damage to the surrounding
environment • Adapting the policy of minimizing services and providing a pleasing
infrastructure
The combination of science, skills and technology currently available in the field of steel fabrication, design and construction provide the designers and construction industry with the means to moderate old buildings and design and built new building/structures with
• Improving physical performance, • Pleasant working environment, • Increasing use of natural lightning, and • Incorporating more energy efficient services.
