The Contribution of Nanotechnology to Architecture Through the Sample of Bartın University Campus Buildings

Today, it is known that the physical built environment in cities is largely caused by pollution and destruction in natural areas. University campuses are also designed as city models, due to the functions they assume. Increasing numbers of university campuses in Turkey and around the world are among the areas where sustainable architecture is at the forefront. One of the most important inputs of sustainable design in architecture is building materials. With innovations in structural materials, insulation materials, coatings, adhesives, air/water treatment and solar energy technologies, it is possible to transition to high-performance structures and state-of-the-art applications. One of these innovative technologies is nanotechnology, which has become widespread. The nanotechnological materials used in this study have been classified according to different usage and structural characteristics. In the field study, we identified the main functional and environmental issues of the buildings located at the Kutlubey Campus of Bartın University and developed and visualized suggestions for the use of nanotechnological materials on the facades of the existing buildings. The recommended nanomaterials are TiO2, SiO2 film coating, aerial filling and nano PV module. The use of these materials, respectively; self-cleaning and hydrophilic properties on the façade, preventing deterioration and condensation of material by preventing water absorption of the façade coating, providing easy-to-clean surfaces on the wall and preventing dirt retention, light control, internal thermal comfort and energy efficiency, and achieving more energy than conventional PV modules. Unit prices of the existing coating materials used on the facades of the three campus structures were reviewed and the recommended nanomaterial prices were compared. As a result, nanomaterials have not become widespread enough in our country and their prices are quite high. However, given the functional and environmental aspects of the buildings, the inclusion of this technology, which performs in comparison to conventional materials in terms of improving material strength, durability, and durability (durability) by architects in the design will make the construction industry widespread.