integrated building
[ˈɪntɪɡreɪtɪd ˈbɪldɪŋ]
nounpl: integrated buildings
edifício integrado
1. A building designed with multiple interconnected functions, systems, or uses unified into a cohesive structure, often incorporating residential, commercial, and/or recreational spaces
The integrated building combines office spaces, retail shops, and apartments in one modern complex.
O edifício integrado combina espaços de escritório, lojas de varejo e apartamentos em um complexo moderno.
2. A structure where building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, data networks) are coordinated and work together seamlessly for optimal efficiency
The integrated building features smart systems that communicate with each other to reduce energy consumption.
O edifício integrado apresenta sistemas inteligentes que se comunicam entre si para reduzir o consumo de energia.
3. A building designed following principles of sustainable architecture with all environmental, social, and economic aspects considered as an integrated whole
The integrated building earned LEED certification due to its comprehensive sustainability approach.
O edifício integrado recebeu certificação LEED devido à sua abordagem abrangente de sustentabilidade.
The concept of 'integrated building' has gained prominence in Brazil and Portugal as urban sustainability concerns have increased. Brazilian real estate markets emphasize integrated buildings as premium developments that offer convenience and modern living. In the USA, this term is more prevalent in architecture and urban planning discussions, often used to describe smart buildings and mixed-use developments in major metropolitan areas.
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