What is necessary for innovative cultural and regional practices credit submission?

For the innovative cultural and regional practices credit submission within the Estidama Pearl Building Rating System (PBRS), numerical or physical performance modeling/testing is essential as it provides a way to quantitatively assess how a building design aligns with innovative practices specific to the cultural and regional context. This approach not only ensures that the design incorporates local traditions and environmental factors but also evaluates its effectiveness in achieving sustainability goals.

Performance modeling offers insights into the expected outcomes of innovative practices before they are implemented, making it a critical factor for demonstrating compliance with PBRS criteria. It allows for a data-driven basis to advocate for new methods and technologies that reflect the regional identity while promoting sustainable development. Therefore, the inclusion of numerical or physical performance modeling/testing is a logical requirement that supports the credit submission process.