6 Questions
Who was the architect involved in designing IIT Gandhinagar?
Charles Correa
Which type of masonry is better for earthquake resistance?
Reinforced
What is the GRIHA rating of Indira Paryavaran Bhavan, New Delhi?
Platinum
What type of plastic is used to make New York's Re:Cycled bags?
PET
What is the material used to make the doors in Indira Paryavaran Bhavan, New Delhi?
Bamboo and Rayon
What type of energy does the Eden project in UK use for power generation?
Micro-hydro
Study Notes
Architects and Buildings
- B.V. Doshi was involved in designing IIT Gandhinagar.
Masonry and Earthquake Resistance
- Confined masonry is better for earthquake resistance.
Sustainable Buildings and Ratings
- Indira Paryavaran Bhavan, New Delhi has a GRIHA rating of 5 stars.
Sustainable Materials
- Re:Cycled bags in New York are made with PET plastic.
Certified Products
- Beluga denim by Rajby textiles is a Platinum rated Cradle to Cradle certified product.
Eco-Friendly Materials
- Doors in Indira Paryavaran Bhavan, New Delhi are made with a composite of Bamboo and Jute.
Green Buildings
- Bullitt Center, Seattle was opened in 2013 on Earth Day.
- India's first Net-zero building has three basements.
Power Plants and Energy
- CopenHill in Copenhagen is a Power Plant.
- Eden Project in UK uses Solar energy for power generation.
Test your knowledge of architecture, sustainable design, and eco-friendly practices. This quiz covers various aspects of architecture, including building design, materials, and environmental ratings.
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