Chepauk Palace: A Comparative Study of Green Construction Methodologies of the Tamil Nadu Palaces and Modern Practices

Shaistha Shabnum () and Anish Sharmila
Additional contact information
Shaistha Shabnum: Hindustan Institute of Technology & Science, Research Scholar, Department of Fashion, Design & Arts
Anish Sharmila: Hindustan Institute of Technology & Science, Assistant Professor, Department of Fashion, Design & Arts

A chapter in Proceedings of the International Conference on Digital Transformation in Business: Navigating the New Frontiers Beyond Boundaries (DTBNNF 2024), 2024, pp 139-149 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract A comparative study of green construction methodologies between Tamil Nadu palaces and modern practices involves examining the sustainable building techniques employed in traditional palaces in Tamil Nadu, India, and contrasting them with contemporary green construction methods. Traditional palaces often use locally sourced and sustainable materials like wood, stone, lime, and clay. These materials were readily available, reducing transportation-related environmental impacts. Design features such as thick walls, courtyards, and natural ventilation helped regulate indoor temperatures without excessive reliance on external energy sources. Traditional water harvesting systems like step wells and tanks were common in palaces to collect and store rainwater. Modern green building construction materials include recycled steel, bamboo, engineered wood, and sustainable concrete alternatives. Green constructions integrate energy-saving technologies such as solar panels, HVAC systems optimized for efficiency, and intelligent building designs to reduce energy usage. Sustainable water management involves rainwater harvesting, greywater recycling, and efficient plumbing systems to minimize water wastage. Green building design considers the site’s natural features, maximizing natural light, and incorporating landscaping for energy efficiency and aesthetic appeal. Green construction focuses on reducing, reusing, and recycling materials. Comparing green construction methodologies between Tamil Nadu palaces and modern practices involves assessing material choices, energy efficiency, water management, design principles and cost implications. Based on the above-mentioned factors this study provides valuable insights into adapting traditional sustainable practices to contemporary construction. I have incorporated the recently renovated Chepauk Palace in Chennai as the case study for the comparison of traditional and modern green construction practices.

Keywords: Chepauk Palace; Green construction; Environmental impact; Building materials; Energy efficiency (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
References: Add references at CitEc
Citations:

There are no downloads for this item, see the EconPapers FAQ for hints about obtaining it.

Related works:
This item may be available elsewhere in EconPapers: Search for items with the same title.

Export reference: BibTeX RIS (EndNote, ProCite, RefMan) HTML/Text

Persistent link: https://EconPapers.repec.org/RePEc:spr:advbcp:978-94-6463-433-4_11

Ordering information: This item can be ordered from
http://www.springer.com/9789464634334

DOI: 10.2991/978-94-6463-433-4_11

Access Statistics for this chapter

More chapters in Advances in Economics, Business and Management Research from Springer
Bibliographic data for series maintained by Sonal Shukla () and Springer Nature Abstracting and Indexing ().