Cultural heritage sites are exposed to urban environmental phenomena and various forms
of deterioration that degrade their historical and cultural value. As an important element …

Trees possess the potential to safeguard outdoor cultural heritage through the regulation of
microclimates in their surroundings. The Leaf Area Index (LAI), a collective measure of the …

Green living wall is an emerging new technology and a sustainable design strategy for high
performance green buildings. By using the natural processes of the vegetation, it can …

This study focuses on the challenges posed by global environmental issues and the
urbanization process, delving into the thermal flux characteristics of green facades. Despite …

The author reviewed reported studies related to his own hygrothermal research. The outline
of the research is first described with respect to the thermal conductivity of a moist porous …

There are many moisture-related problems and topics in the field of buildings. In this review,
the past research trend in the field of moisture in Japan is first overviewed by examining the …

In this study, wall greening with vines was constructed using a simple net on a south wall,
and the water consumption of the plants was evaluated. A model to estimate the water …

On the other hand, in Japan “greenery” refers not only to plants such as trees and flowers,
but also to mountains and forests. People can see the cycle of seasons through the change …