In software architecting process, architects use architectural patterns as reusable architectural knowledge for architectural synthesis. However, it has been observed that the resulting architecture does not always conform to the initial architectural patterns employed. Architectural synthesis using architectural patterns is also recognized as a challenging task, especially for novice architect...

This is a progress report to describe the processes by which enterprise architects make decisions in practice. Decisions regarding enterprise architecture are among the most complex decisions in the IT domain. Architectural recommendations such as choice of an enterprise system are strategic decisions in the sense that they influence and constrain corporate decisions. Formal and informal method...

There has recently been an increase in interest, among information systems architecture practitioners, in using viewpoints for architectural definition and description. This has been caused by a number of factors including the publication of IEEE standard 1471 and the increasing adoption of RUP (and its “4+1” viewpoint set). This short experience report outlines the experiences that two softwar...

Abstract This study explores the environmental-based design, which is framed into green thinking as input of design process. Five Indonesian architects were selected this study’s subject based on their understanding concept. The qualitative strategy employed with tactic in-depth interviews and content analysis help NVivo software to produce themes patterns regarding discussion. comes two main f...

In 2000, the Governor of the State of California issued an executive order (D-16-00) that seeks to reduce costs and improve environmental performance of state buildings in all phases of construction, operations and maintenance. The California Integrated Waste Management Board (CIWMB) has provided leadership in implementing this order through initiatives such as the Sustainable Building Task For...

3D visualization in the field of architecture is an emerging discipline that has had a powerful impact on how architects present their work and communicate ideas to the client. However, the potential for what 3D software can do is still being realized in the architectural design process. This project proposes an alternative approach to the current design process by presenting a system that will...