INTELLIGENT

BUILDINGS
CIVIMEC

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CONTENTS
A. Introduction
B. Need for Intelligent Buildings
C. Ordinary and Intelligent
Buildings
D. Cost Effective Construction
E. Energy Efficient Building
Components
F. Environment – Friendly
Buildings
G. Intelligent Building Features
H. Management Systems
I. Advantages of Intelligent
Buildings
J. Disadvantages of Intelligent
Buildings
K. Conclusions
L. Example: 1st LEED Platinum
Certified Building in Asia
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A. Introduction
1. An intelligent building is one which provides a productive
and cost-effective environment through optimization of
Four (4) Basic Elements: Structure, Systems, Services and
Management and the interrelationship between them.
2. A type of building that uses both technology and process to
create an environment that is safe, healthy and
comfortable to everyone.
3. A building: a) who’s systems are self-reliant; b) with sensors
relaying data; c) that uses latest technology; d) that is the
future of buildings.

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B. Need for Intelligent Buildings (IB)
• Technology is changing how we design and construct
buildings and building fabrics themselves.
• Intelligent buildings are the new era in the field of
construction throughout the world.
• IBs are environment-friendly.
• IBs are cost effective.
• IBs have many social elements.
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C. Ordinary and Intelligent Buildings
IBs adjust the inside functional aspects, such as lighting,
ventilation, fire-fighting, air conditioning, etc. automatically
with changes in environmental conditions controlled by
computer.
Ordinary buildings have different room conditions depending
on changes to environmental situations.
Ordinary buildings’ security and communications systems, etc.
are not coordinated and automatically controlled by computer
work stations.
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D. Cost Effective Construction
1. IBs use less water.
2. Fly ash-based concrete should be used.
3. IBs are more energy-efficient.
4. IBs are materials efficient.
5. IBs should be constructed to take advantage of renewable
resources, e.g. solar cells, wind turbines should be used.
6. IBs reduce operating costs.

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E. Energy Efficient Building Components
1. Provide good landscaping.
2. Ratio of built forms to open spacing.
3. Location of water bodies should be at proper place.
4. There should be proper orientation of building.
5. Use of materials with low embodied energy.

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F. Environment – Friendly Buildings
1. IBs start with environment-friendly designs.
2. IBs maintain a comfortable, safe and secure environment.
3. Use of carbon is minimal, which reduces pollution.
4. Enhance and protect biodiversity and ecosystem.
5. Improve air and water quality.
6. Reduce waste streams.
7. Optimize use of daylight.

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G. Intelligent Building Features
1. Latest Green Building Construction Technologies
2. Latest Building Management System
3. Operational efficiency, security and safety
4. LEED or equivalent certification
LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is an internationally recognized green building
certification system, providing third-party verification that a building or community was designed and built
using strategies aimed at improving performance across all the metrics that matter most: energy savings, water
efficiency, CO2 emissions reduction, improved indoor environmental quality, and stewardship of resources and
sensitivity to their impacts.
Developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), LEED provides building owners and operators a concise
framework for identifying and implementing practical and measurable green building design, construction,
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H. Management Systems
1. Building Energy Management System
2. HVAC System
3. Lighting System
4. Lift and Escalator Systems
5. Alarm Monitoring System
6. Water Management System

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Building Energy Management Systems
Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS) aim to optimize
the use of energy in buildings in maintaining the indoor
environment under comfort conditions.
BEMS is a computerized system that attempts to control all or
some of the energy consuming operations in a building.
1. HVAC system (heating, ventilation, air conditioning)
2. Lighting – natural and artificial
3. Indoor climate
4. Others

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Access Control
Access control restricts how and when people enter and exit an
area.
Methods available:
1. Fingerprint lock
2. Voice and video intercom
3. Code-based access system
4. Swipe card access system
5. Biometric access system
6. Surveillance through CCTVs
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Safety
1. Life safety systems, often called Fire Systems and Fire
Alarms, are typically driven by code considerations.
2. Early warning systems like smoke detection systems detect
the fire at initial / early stage and pinpoint to the caretaker
the exact location where it is occurring, so the fire may be
put out locally through manual fire extinguishers.
3. Fire protection systems pump water to the area where the
fire occurs, so as to douse it automatically through
sprinkler heads and also manually through the fire brigade
and use of fire hoses.
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Water Management System
1. Rain water harvesting should be done.
2. Water efficient plumbing and fixtures should be used.
3. Water treatment, recycling and minimal disposal
4. Gray water handling
5. Solid waste control strategies
6. Proper water drainage system should be provided.

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HVAC Systems
• HVAC is an important part of residential structures such as
high rise buildings and intelligent buildings.
• Heaters may be used to provide heat if required.
• Ventilation includes both the exchange f air to the outside as
well as circulation of air within the building.
• Unpleasant smells and excessive moisture levels are reduced.

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I. Advantages of Intelligent Buildings
1. Provides Air Quality control
2. Higher levels of security and safety.
3. Reduced administration costs.
4. Provides good comfort.
5. Environment-friendly
6. Proper control over entire structure
7. Focus on eliminating CO₂ emissions

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J. Disadvantages of Intelligent Buildings
1. Initial cost of installed system is high.
2. Repairs may be a problem.
3. Requires special supervision over all configurations.
4. Possible short life of electronic equipment
5. Serviceability may be an issue unless users have trained
technical staff available.
6. Technological limitations.

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K. Conclusion
1. Objectives of IBs are to minimize energy consumption and
increase equipment efficiency to a greater extent.
2. IBs are clearly the future of building construction.
3. Benefits if IBs include cost savings from reduced energy,
water and waste, lower operational and maintenance
costs.
4. Emphasis should be on intelligent construction.

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9 LEED CERTIFIED BUILDINGS IN THE PHILIPPINES
1. Arya Residences, Lot 4-1, McKinley Parkway, BGC, Taguig City
This two-tower condominium complex was awarded a LEED Gold certification in
2016. Its environment-friendly features include:
Use of local vegetation that needs less maintenance and water usage
Water-conscious landscape design
Energy-efficient appliances and systems
Use of low VOC (Volatile Organic Content) paints and sealants
Use of low-flow, low-flush fixtures
Use of high-quality, eco-friendly sustainable materials
Bicycle racks for cyclists
Every unit allows a better air circulation, abundant natural light, noise proof
walls
LEED BD+C: New Construction (v2.2) | Score: 43/69
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9 LEED CERTIFIED BUILDINGS IN THE PHILIPPINES
2. Citi Plaza, 34th Street, Taguig City
This building was awarded a LEED Platinum certification in November 2017,
earning high points for the use of green power, optimized lighting power, and
innovation in design, among others.
LEED BD+C: Core and Shell (v2009) | Score: 82/110

3. Union Bank, Olongapo branch, 87 Magsaysay Drive, East Tapinac, Olongapo

Awarded the LEED Platinum certification in February 2017, the building received
high points for sustainability, water efficiency, and innovation. Some of its green
features are:
Rainwater catchment used for flushing toilets and roof deck garden irrigation
Bicycle racks for employees
Occupancy sensors for its AC, lighting, and water fixtures
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LEED Certified Buildings in Philippines
4. Unilever Bayanihan Project, Stop Over Building, 31st Street, Taguig City
Obtaining LEED Platinum certification in March 2017, the building received top
points for energy savings, sustainability, and water efficiency. Its green features
include:
Quality views for 90% of occupied space
Daylight for 75% of occupied space
90% use of Energy Star equipment
LEED ID+C: Commercial Interiors v3 – LEED 2009 | Score: 88/110

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LEED Certified Buildings in Philippines
5. Zuellig Building, Makati Ave. corner Paseo de Roxas, Makati City
This was one of the first buildings in the Philippines to obtain a LEED
certification: first at Gold level in 2009, then at Platinum level in 2013. Some of
the building’s green features are:
Pedestrian-friendly location and amenities
Innovative all-glass façade using low emissivity coating, which minimizes heat
while maximizing sunlight
Stormwater collection
Innovative wastewater systems
Use of regional materials
LEED BD+C: Core and Shell (v2.0) | Score: 45/62

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Arya Residences, Lot
4-1, McKinley Parkway,
BGC, Taguig City

Zuellig Building,
Makati Ave.
corner Paseo de
Roxas, Makati City 38
LEED Certified Buildings in Philippines
6. Texas Instruments Philippines Clark, West Industrial State, Clark Freeport Zone,
Pampanga
This facility’s Gold certification in 2010 came on the heels of the Silver
certification obtained by Texas Instruments Philippines’ facility in Baguio in 2009,
the first-ever to be awarded to any Philippine building. Some of Texas
Instruments Philippines Clark’s green features are:
Reflective roof with a section of vegetative roofing to reduce heat and water
runoff
Automated lighting system with sensors to take advantage of daylight
Use of desiccant wheel air cooling system to provide dehumidified cooled air;
this system uses water as a refrigerant and is regenerated using waste heat.
More than 96% of the construction waste is recycled
Use of reclaimed water for flushing
LEED BD+C: New Construction v2 – LEED 2.2 | Score: 39/69 39
LEED Certified Buildings in Philippines
7. Pioneer House CDO, Don Apolinar Velez Street corner Mabini Street, Cagayan de
Oro
LEED Platinum certified since 2015, this seven-story building features the
following:
Energy-saving elevators
Fuel-saving generators with noise suppressors
Shower facilities for employees/tenants who cycle or walk to work
100% LED lighting
LEED BD+C: Core and Shell v3 – LEED 2009 | Score: 83/110

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LEED Certified Buildings in Philippines
8. Bench Tower, 30th Street corner Rizal Drive, The Fort, Taguig City
LEED Gold certified since 2016, this building’s green features include:
Low-E double glass wall
LED and CFL lighting
Low-water flushing systems
Green pockets
LEED BD+C: Core and Shell v3 – LEED 2009 | Score: 61/110

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LEED Certified Buildings in Philippines
9. Wells Fargo Center (Buildings A, B, C), Taguig City
LEED Platinum certified since October 2014, these three 5-story buildings have
the following noteworthy sustainable features:
45% less water usage than standard buildings by providing water-efficient
plumbing fixtures; Exterior landscape does not use potable water for irrigating
plants and vegetation; Its wide-glass architecture infiltrates natural light into the
building by installing double glazed gas-filled insulated (Low-E) glass, which
reflects the sun’s heat away from the building. Its construction materials
contained more than 30 percent recycled content; this building also earned a
bonus point by using over 30 percent of locally available materials.
Innovative indoor air quality features, including the provision of CO2 sensors,
which ensures fresh air delivery to the building’s occupants
Use of low emitting paints and materials throughout the interior spaces
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