The Role of Energy in Acoustical Breathing Architecture

Architecture is continuously evolving over the years. However, when it comes to acoustics, the studies are still limited. Furthermore, constant reliance on modern technology has led to environmental issues, such as noise pollution, and physiological issues, including environmental stress and sensory disconnection. Thus, by employing Qur'anic cosmology, this research suggests an innovative philosophical concept called "Acoustical Breathing Architecture" to interpret sound not solely as vibrations, but also as a dynamic interaction ‎of energy within space. Additionally, the research will discuss previous studies regarding incorporating sustainable structures with sound ‎and energy, using a descriptive–analytical method. The topic will be investigated from three directions: the first is a theoretical perspective to ‎discuss conceptual vocabulary, the second is an Islamic perspective, and the last is a practical perspective on sound-emitting and sound-absorbing applications. It was found that the structures can be classified into two types: the first is a sound-emitting structure that converts ‎environmental energy into interactive soundscapes, and the second is the sound-absorbing structure that mitigates sound and creates tranquility. The research proposes integrating philosophical views with design standards to define architecture as a living, breathing body that reacts to sound. The methodology incorporates modern technologies, including Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Artificial ‎Intelligence (AI), alongside sustainable materials and renewable energy, thereby offering a new human-centered spatial experience with ‎sustainable and interactive characteristics.