COMPARATIVE STUDY ON GREEN BUILDINGS AND BINI TRADITIONAL BUILDINGS

This study aims to conduct a comparative analysis of the key architectural and construction features of green buildings and Benin traditional buildings, with a focus on their adaptability and resilience to local climate conditions and environmental factors. The research will first examine the general characteristics of green buildings and Benin traditional buildings, including their underlying design principles, material selection, and construction techniques. This will involve a review of the existing literature on the subject, as well as an assessment of the environmental performance and sustainability aspects of each building type. The study will further look into the adaptability and resilience of these building features, such as energy efficiency, water conservation, and waste management, compare to the traditional building practices and techniques employed in Benin. The role of cultural influences, traditional knowledge, and innovative sustainable solutions in enhancing the adaptability and resilience of these buildings will also be explored. Furthermore, the research will investigate the potential for integrating green building strategies with Benin traditional building practices to create more climate-responsive and environmental-friendly structures. This will involve identifying the challenges and opportunities in bridging the gap between modern green building approaches and traditional construction methods. The findings of this study contribute to a better understanding of the comparative advantages and limitations of green buildings and Benin traditional buildings in addressing local environmental conditions and climate change adaptation. The insights gained can inform policymakers, architects, and construction professional in developing more sustainable and resilient building practices that combine the best of both approaches.