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This study is in the area of sustainable development and focuses on innovative design solutions for reducing domestic water consumption. Drawing from a literature review, the paper identifies current water management issues and proposes research hypotheses. A questionnaire survey gathers data on residents’ attitudes towards water conservation, their understanding of water use, and their willingness to adopt water-saving technologies. This survey informed the conceptual design direction, and the resulting design work aims to meet these identified needs. Findings indicate that the research can elevate public awareness about water conservation and yield economic benefits. Additionally, it provides valuable insights for design guidance in the realm of sustainability. While the study is regionally and sample-limited, its applicability and scalability can be further tested in future research, particularly in the context of increasing global water scarcity.
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Edilson, U. (2024). Designing for Sustainability: Strategies for Reducing Domestic Water Consumption. In: Zeng, Y., Wang, S. (eds) Environmental Science and Technology: Sustainable Development II. ICEST 2023. Environmental Science and Engineering. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-54684-6_8
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