Advanced design of buildings with emphasis on the tectonics of structures, envelopes, materials and engineering & environmental systems. Design themes and cases may include high-rise buildings, sustainable & green buildings, non-conventional structures & technically specialized buildings (e.g. hospitals, airports, factories, laboratories ? etc.). Students are expected to apply knowledge previously acquired from related subjects such as building construction, environmental control & structural systems to the design process. One major project or medium ones; each with a specific design problem.