Architectural ordonnance refers to the principles and rules that govern the design and layout of buildings and urban spaces. By aligning architectural ordonnance with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), architects and urban planners can support sustainable development.
Here are some ways architectural ordonnance can be used to support the SDGs:
1. Goal 11: Sustainable cities and communities. Architects can design buildings and urban spaces that are energy-efficient, promote sustainable transportation, and support social cohesion.
2. Goal 13: Climate action. Architects can design buildings that minimize greenhouse gas emissions, incorporate renewable energy sources, and use sustainable materials.
3. Goal 14: Life below water. Architects can design buildings and urban spaces that minimize the impact of human activity on marine ecosystems, for example, by reducing runoff and protecting wetlands.
4. Goal 15: Life on land. Architects can design buildings and urban spaces that promote biodiversity and protect ecosystems. For example, they can incorporate green roofs and walls, and design buildings that use sustainable landscaping.
5. Goal 17: Partnerships for the goals. Architects can work with government, industry, and civil society to promote sustainable development through the design of buildings and urban spaces. They can also collaborate with communities to ensure that buildings and urban spaces meet their needs and support their well-being.
Overall, by using architectural ordonnance to support the SDGs, architects and urban planners can contribute to creating sustainable, livable, and inclusive cities and communities.
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