Buildings of the Future: Challenges or Opportunities?

Abstract

The accelerated evolution of technology, the pressures generated by climate change, and global socio-economic transformations have led to a profound reassessment of the way residential buildings are designed and used. This paper analyses the concept of "buildings of the future" from the perspective of residential housing, highlighting both the challenges and opportunities associated with their implementation. Issues related to digitalization, sustainability, innovative materials, social impact, and urban integration are addressed, with the aim of assessing whether these transformations represent real progress or an obstacle to contemporary society.