Commercial architects approach the design of spaces for the future of sustainable transportation by considering both the human and vehicle needs of the space, and by incorporating green infrastructure for shared autonomous vehicles. Here are some steps that commercial architects might take:
1. researching sustainability and transportation trends: Architects must continuously research sustainable transportation trends and techniques to design spaces that take into account future needs.
2. Incorporating renewable energy sources like solar panels or wind turbines to power boardrooms or EV charging stations.
3. design orientation: Orientation of the structure must be considered to maximize the intake of sunlight to help reduce heating costs and maintain energy efficiency.
4. Incorporating bike-friendly infrastructure such as ample bike parking, bike sharing stations and showering facilities to encourage bicycling along with other sustainable modes of transportation.
5. designing for autonomous vehicles (AVs): Spaces must be designed to accommodate shared, electric, and autonomous vehicles. By building garages and parking facilities that provide charging capabilities for electric and AVs in transportation hubs such as airports or malls, architects can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
6. Plant walls and products that are friendly to the environment like materials that have been harvested using renewable resources, like bamboo or recycled plastics, can be incorporated, and spaces must provide pedestrians with safe and inviting walkways.
7. Landscaping that helps to create an inviting space that helps to remove carbon from the atmosphere, also reduces the risk of flooding from extreme weather conditions.
8. Providing a healthy and creative working environment with indoor plants or natural daylight, that can be further enhanced by views of green roofs or living walls.
In conclusion, the design approach must conform to the principles of sustainability, efficiency, and functionality, while maintaining a sense of space that is both calming and productive.
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