1.5.1 Framework of the project methodology This proposed project aims to appraise the project developers’ knowledge and understanding on green concept and explore the application of this concept within their practices. Phase 1: development of theme - The first stage included definition of the problem, objectives development, and framework development. Phase 2: Literature review on green building to understand the philosophy, concept, principles, – challenges and advantages of green building. Phase 2: Review on the progress of green building in Palestine to understand general efforts towards – sustainable agenda and the progress so far, especially in construction industry through studying two practical case studies Phase 3: Simulation Models: Two models which presented the benefits of applying green concept in residential building under current constraints: Phase 4: Develop mobile application prototype: (Design Manager Application To manage your green design – home). 5: Conclusion and recommendations. The final phase of the research included the conclusions and recommendations.
1.5.1 Framework of the project methodology This proposed project aims to appraise the project developers’ knowledge and understanding on green concept and explore the application of this concept within their practices. Phase 1: development of theme - The first stage included definition of the problem, objectives development, and framework development. Phase 2: Literature review on green building – to understand the philosophy, concept, principles, challenges and advantages of green building. Phase 2: Review on the progress of green building in Palestine – to understand general efforts towards sustainable agenda and the progress so far, especially in construction industry through studying two practical case studies Phase 3: Simulation Models: Two models which presented the benefits of applying green concept in residential building under current constraints: Phase 4: Develop mobile application prototype: (Design Manager Application – To manage your green design home). 5: Conclusion and recommendations. The final phase of the research included the conclusions and recommendations.