Cultural and Social Elements in the Development of Green Architecture in Vietnam

In the context of climate change and energy crises worldwide, green architecture is a current topic of special interest in Vietnam where traditional architecture has accumulated some experiences of green behaviors in response to the changing climate. In the global integration context, learning experiences is vital to ensure that the country will develop rapidly and modernly. However, the consideration of various humanities perspectives and local advantages in green architecture development is very necessary. This paper discusses the influence of the local climate, economy and unique culture, the challenges and opportunities, and some recommendations for green architecture development in Vietnam today.