Building the Future: Akihito's Path to Eco-conscious Architecture Amidst Global Challenges

I am a motivated and driven student who is deeply committed to my goals. I have a profound interest in architecture and am dedicated and consistent as I explore the field more deeply, aiming to contribute positively to a better world.

Academically, my unwavering determination is evident in my consistent leadership roles in computer science, math, and art classes. My educators respect me for my steadfast commitment, ranking me among the most diligent in my cohort. Beyond academics, I've excelled in national racing competitions and enriched my learning through a Harvard architecture program. There, I led the cross-country team and played a key role in organizing part of the school festival.

My passion for architecture drives me to delve further into the field. I see prestigious universities as offering valuable opportunities and an excellent educational framework to realize my dreams. Recognizing the crucial role of exceptional teaching, I understand its importance in my varied achievements. I firmly believe that these institutions will provide the necessary mentorship for my successful journey in architecture.

Confronting the urgent issue of climate change, it's essential to scrutinize architecture's role in urbanization and environmental impacts, informed by relevant facts and figures.

Short Lifespan of Some Buildings

In many of the buildings in countries such as the United States and China, scrap and build are widely used. This idea of building a flimsy architecture that lasts a few decades and building a new building is terrible for the environment. This wastes energy, and resources and causes unnecessary emissions of greenhouse gasses. 

Concrete's Contribution to Global CO2 Emissions

Global production of cement is the third-largest source of anthropogenic emissions of carbon dioxide. This is greatly impacting global warming which is one of the biggest problems we are facing.

• Buildings are responsible for 40% of the world’s energy consumption and 42% of the total CO2 production around the world.

• The global floor is said to double by 2060 which would accelerate the impact even more.

• These impacts would cause major problems such as global warming and lack of energy.

• It is urgent to act on this problem right now as this directly impacts global issues and it would only get greater as we ignore it.

https://www.unep.org/topics/cities/buildings-and-construction/sustainable-buildings

As we can see from these graphs and articles, there are many issues in the field of architecture. This would directly affect our lives soon through global warming which would heat our earth, disrupting every ecosystem. Our mission is to empower architecture students and homebuyers with sustainable design knowledge. Through increased awareness and eco-conscious choices that our organization delivers, we hope that it will help them to combat global warming and make this world a better place.

We follow our SAKUGEN framework. Sakugen means to reduce in Japanese. This reflects one of the ultimate goals of this project which is eventually to reduce the creation of non-sustainable architecture.

Share-Share Knowledge

Begin by sharing knowledge about sustainable architecture

Action-Take Action

Encourage individuals to take tangible steps in implementing sustainable design

Kaizen-Improve Continuously

Promote the idea of continuous improvement in sustainable architectural practices

Update-Stay Updated

Keep stakeholders informed about the latest advancements and trends in sustainable architecture

Guide-Provide Guidance

Offer guidance to stakeholders on integrating sustainable principles into their projects 

Educate-Embrace Education

Emphasize the importance of ongoing education in sustainable design for architecture students and professionals 

Nature-Connect with nature

Stress the significance of aligning architectural practices with nature and ecological balance

Our journey towards promoting sustainable design has seen significant milestones:

• Initially, we focused on awareness through our website, emphasizing sustainable architecture's importance.

• In the following years, we expanded our team and used documentaries to broaden our reach, stressing the need for sustainable practices.

• Later, we established partnerships and organized events with professionals to advocate for sustainable design principles, aligning our efforts with SDGs 11, 12, and potentially 13, committed to sustainable urban development and climate action.
  

In conclusion, my path and our organization's mission are intertwined in the quest for sustainable architecture, driven by the urgent need to address global environmental challenges. Inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright's view that "Architecture is life, and life itself is a tapestry of nature," I am dedicated to incorporating sustainability into our designs. This approach not only honors our planet but aims to create a legacy of ecological harmony and responsibility, striving for a greener, more sustainable future for everyone.