The notion of sustainable development has substantially impacted architectural design and the construction sector in the past few decades. This term refers to a developmental trajectory that ensures the ability of the current generation to fulfill its requirements while safeguarding the future. This has placed significant emphasis on the environmental aspect, with a particular mention of the color green symbolizing this notion. Thus, it has become customary to refer to it as “green architecture” or “green building,” terms initially regarded as addressing the challenges posed by ever-evolving global circumstances such as climate crises, natural disasters, wars, and epidemics. When envisioning the future of architecture, it is therefore inevitable to consider the interplay between the environmental, social, and economic dimensions.

This ASA Journal, A Green Future issue, features architectural projects in Thailand that demonstrate environmental sustainability. These projects encompass both the construction of new buildings and the modification of existing building structures to incorporate social and psychological aspects of the occupants, as well as public benefits at the city level. Additionally, it encompasses articles that discuss forthcoming low-carbon materials.