“…One of the most widely recognized studies is proposed by Hemphill et al [6,7], who introduced a comprehensive sustainability assessment framework for cases in Europe. Other studies from Ankara and Istanbul [33,62], Taipei [63], Hong Kong [25,50], Nanjing [64], Shenzhen [57], and Guangzhou [65] also separately explored ex post sustainability assessments. Existing accreditation/assessment systems are also considered to be generally aimed toward sustainable goals, for example, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Building Rating System (LEED, US), the Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method (BREEAM, UK), Deutsche Gesellschaft für Nachhaltiges Bauen (DGNB, DEU), Comprehensive Assessment System for Building Environmental Efficiency (CASBEE, JPN), Haute Qualité Environnementale (HQE, FR), and the assessment standard for green building (GB/T 50378-2014, CN).…”