
The sustainable development of construction sector has become very significant in the last decade. The reason behind this is resource consumption and impacts generated by the buildings. Green buildings have the potential to minimize the negative impacts on the environment and can offer healthy life to both occupants and construction employees. Green rating systems such as United States Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) are leading to changes in the way owners, designers and contractors approach to the design, construction and operation of the building. This paper endeavors the site selection and planning of a green guest house constructed according to LEED rating system.