scholarly journals Daylight Performance of Classrooms in a Mediterranean School Heritage Building

2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (10) ◽  
pp. 3705 ◽  
Author(s):  
Francesco Nocera ◽  
Alessandro Lo Faro ◽  
Vincenzo Costanzo ◽  
Chiara Raciti
Keyword(s):  
Well Being ◽  
Cultural Value ◽  
School Buildings ◽  
Historic Buildings ◽  
Visual Comfort ◽  
Dynamic Simulations ◽  
Historical Building ◽  
Natural Lighting ◽  
Operational Energy ◽  
Daylight Performance

In school buildings, natural light has considerable physiological benefits, and increases energy efficiency while reducing the operational energy consumption of buildings. It is thus crucial to maximize the amount of daylight, as well as to improve its quality, in educational premises. In Italy and other European countries, many historic buildings are reused as school buildings, changing their original function. This process of adaptive reusing is one method for conserving heritage buildings, however sometimes this process sacrifices the quality of daylight and well being of pupils. It has therefore become apparent that it is difficult to reconcile the cultural value of historic buildings with comfort standards. This study aimed to investigate the natural lighting performance of a school located in an historic building, and proposes different technological solutions to improve the visual comfort in classrooms whilst also respecting the cultural value of built heritage. Daylight performance was carried out in a representative classroom in the ‘Caserma Gaetano Abela’, an historical building located in Siracusa (Italy). A daylight model built in Radiance was first validated against an illuminance measurement campaign, and was then used to run detailed dynamic simulations. Climate Based Daylight Modelling (CBDM) metrics were used to show the achievable improvements in visual comfort conditions by means of proposed retrofit interventions. These interventions may also be used in other areas of southern Europe with similar climatic and constructive/distributive characteristics of architectural heritage.

scholarly journals DESIGN EVALUATION OF WINDOW DESIGN TO DAYLIGHT EFFICACY IN IBU DAN ANAK MELINDA HOSPITAL’S INPATIENT ROOM, BANDUNG

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (01) ◽  
pp. 71-86
Author(s):  
Syadza Syarifah ; Ariani Mandala
Keyword(s):  
Material Design ◽  
Spatial Arrangement ◽  
Visual Comfort ◽  
Patient Room ◽  
Design Recommendations ◽  
Natural Lighting ◽  
Window Position ◽  
Hospital Building ◽  
Daylight Performance ◽  
Window Design

Abstract- Daylight performance in patient room is very important. Which in this research, daylight performanceis measured by its distribution, daylight factor and glare precaution. Those elements are calculated according tolighting standard for the hospital building and how the performance adapt to patient's visual comfort. Thereforewindow design is needed to be considered as its affected to daylight performance inside the room. The objectobservation shows a result of the contradiction between each combination of window design and room plan.This research evaluates how window design affects the performance of natural lighting and analyzewhich window design suitable for each room plans, and also the alternative design that will be more suitable forsome rooms’ plan and condition.This research is conducted by explanatory method, with quantitative and qualitative approach. Veluxvisualizer software is used to simulate how natural light is distributed to the inpatient room.Obtained data shows that natural lighting performance in RSIA Melinda inpatient room is still belowthe determined standard. And noticed that room orientation, window position and dimension, exterior existingconditions are factors that affected the daylight performance. The design recommendations are sun shading andglazing material. Design recommendations are given to the majority room type and also in consideration of thedesign applicable possibility.Key Words: window design, daylight, inpatient room, spatial arrangement

scholarly journals Determining Proper Daylighting Design Solution for Visual Comfort and Lighting Energy Efficiency: A Case Study for High-Rise Residential Building

2021 ◽  
Vol 2069 (1) ◽  
pp. 012156
Author(s):  
Z A Kiliç ◽  
A Köknel Yener
Keyword(s):  
Energy Efficiency ◽  
Energy Consumption ◽  
Residential Building ◽  
Design Solution ◽  
Design Parameters ◽  
Visual Comfort ◽  
Dynamic Simulations ◽  
High Rise ◽  
Lighting Energy ◽  
Daylight Performance

Abstract Promoting the daylight performance that allows to provide visual comfort conditions by minimizing lighting energy consumption is possible with making a balance of window size, glazing type and shading strategy, which are the major design parameters of the daylighting system. Particularly, in high-rise buildings, where large openings enabling higher daylight availability and view out are preferred, the daylighting system becomes a crucial design consideration in terms of ensuring occupants’ visual comfort and improving lighting energy efficiency. This study aims to identify a proper daylighting design solution with regard to window area, glazing type and shading strategy for a high-rise residential building located in Istanbul considering visual comfort and lighting energy efficiency. The dynamic simulations are carried out by DIVA for Rhino version 4.1.0.12. The results are evaluated with the Daylight Autonomy (DA) to detect daylight availability in the space and Daylight Glare Probability (DGP) to describe the visual comfort conditions related to glare. Furthermore, the lighting energy consumption of each alternative is also analysed to determine the proper daylighting solution. The results have revealed that a proper daylighting solution providing visual comfort by improving lighting energy-efficiency can be determined by the evaluation of the daylight performance both qualitatively and quantitatively.

scholarly journals Glazing Sizing in Large Atrium Buildings: A Perspective of Balancing Daylight Quantity and Visual Comfort

Energies ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (4) ◽  
pp. 701 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jie Li ◽  
Qichao Ban ◽  
Xueming Chen ◽  
Jiawei Yao
Keyword(s):  
Architectural Design ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Simulation Method ◽  
Negative Influence ◽  
Visual Comfort ◽  
Building Height ◽  
Annual Dynamic ◽  
Daylight Performance ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Atrium Buildings

Due to the multiple benefits on energy, well-being, comfort, and the economy, the utilization of daylight remains an imperative topic of architectural design. With the remarkable ability of drawing and increasing daylight deep into the core of buildings, atriums with a large proportion of glazing have become one of the most preferred design forms. The concomitant and unexpected visual discomfort in modern buildings, however, has drawn increasing concerns. Therefore, this study investigated the relation between glazing proportion and daylight performance, as well as the impact of building height and atrium types on daylight performance in atrium buildings by using an annual dynamic simulation method and metrics. It was found that extending glazing proportion had prominent effectiveness in the enhancement of daylighting; building height had a negative influence; round and square types of buildings performed much better than rectangular ones. Moreover, to inform a practical design, we analyzed the link between increasing daylight and visual comfort from the perspective of balancing them, and then proposed a design guide for atrium roof-glazing sizing.

Investigating Interior Changes in Historical Building by Computational Modeling and Determination Critical Places for Structural Conservation

2015 ◽  
Vol 1122 ◽  
pp. 161-164
Author(s):  
Jiří Souček ◽  
Petra Tichá
Keyword(s):  
Cultural Heritage ◽  
Negative Influence ◽  
Cultural Value ◽  
Historic Buildings ◽  
Historical Buildings ◽  
Historical Building ◽  
Chemical Agents ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
High Level ◽  
Physical And Chemical

Maintenance and restoration of historical buildings are an important contribution to sustainability of cultural heritage. Refurbishment should be adopted to preserve the essential features of the building ́s history and cultural heritage. Reconstruction of internal plaster in historical buildings belongs to important treatment in a landmark area. Plaster of historical buildings is usually characterized by an open porosity, which makes it sensitive to the degradation caused by physical and chemical agents. Alterations and structural faults can lead to invasive interventions which modify permanently the cultural value and the structural behavior of the buildings, in conflict with necessary preservation requirements.Knowledge of the historical building interior microclimate is essential for the definition of suitable reconstruction. Computer simulation plays major role in determining air flow, which can cause negative influence within historic buildings such as high level of moisture, fungus, chemical reactions etc. In order to prevent deterioration of plaster and to retard their decay, protective products – nanofibers – could be applied on the historical surfaces. Using nanofibers should cause minimal modifications to the historic appearance and protect from negative influences.

scholarly journals How Can Scientific Literature Support Decision-Making in the Renovation of Historic Buildings? An Evidence-Based Approach for Improving the Performance of Walls

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (4) ◽  
pp. 2266
Author(s):  
Valentina Marincioni ◽  
Virginia Gori ◽  
Ernst Jan de Place Hansen ◽  
Daniel Herrera-Avellanosa ◽  
Sara Mauri ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Energy Performance ◽  
Decision Makers ◽  
Cultural Value ◽  
Correct Selection ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Historic Buildings ◽  
Indoor Environmental Quality ◽  
Building Stock ◽  
Advantages And Disadvantages ◽  
Assessment Design

Buildings of heritage significance due to their historical, architectural, or cultural value, here called historic buildings, constitute a large proportion of the building stock in many countries around the world. Improving the performance of such buildings is necessary to lower the carbon emissions of the stock, which generates around 40% of the overall emissions worldwide. In historic buildings, it is estimated that heat loss through external walls contributes significantly to the overall energy consumption, and is associated with poor thermal comfort and indoor air quality. Measures to improve the performance of walls of historic buildings require a balance between energy performance, indoor environmental quality, heritage significance, and technical compatibility. Appropriate wall measures are available, but the correct selection and implementation require an integrated process throughout assessment (planning), design, construction, and use. Despite the available knowledge, decision-makers often have limited access to robust information on tested retrofit measures, hindering the implementation of deep renovation. This paper provides an evidence-based approach on the steps required during assessment, design, and construction, and after retrofitting through a literature review. Moreover, it provides a review of possible measures for wall retrofit within the deep renovation of historic buildings, including their advantages and disadvantages and the required considerations based on context.

A dynamic vertical shading optimisation to improve view, visual comfort and operational energy

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mahdi Valitabar ◽  
Mohammadjavad Mahdavinejad ◽  
Henry Skates ◽  
Peiman Pilechiha
Keyword(s):  
High Performance ◽  
Parametric Design ◽  
Design Method ◽  
Building Energy ◽  
Natural Light ◽  
Visual Comfort ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Operational Energy ◽  
Discomfort Glare ◽  
The Impact

PurposeThe aim of this paper is to present a parametric design method to generate optimum adaptive facades regarding occupants' comfort and building energy criteria. According to the literature review, the following questions have arisen to address the research gaps: Is it possible to have the outside view throughout the whole year without discomfort glare by utilising adaptive solar facades (ASFs)? How can architects integrate both view quality and quantity into ASF design? What is the impact of dynamic vertical shading systems mounted on south facades on the outside view, occupants' visual comfort and operational energy? How can we evaluate the view quantity through multi-layer shading systems?Design/methodology/approachIn recent years, there is a surge in demand for fully glazed buildings, motivating both architects and scholars to explore novel ideas for designing adaptive solar facades. Nevertheless, the view performance of such systems has not been fully explored especially when it comes to the effect of dynamic vertical shading systems mounted on south facades. This fact clarifies the need to conduct more research in this field by taking into account the window view and natural light. Consequently, a simulation research is carried out to investigate the impact of a dynamic shading system with three vertical slats used on the south facade of a single office room located in Tehran, on both view quality and quantity, visual comfort and operational energy. The research attempts to reach a balance between the occupant's requirements and building energy criteria through a multi-objective optimisation. The distinctive feature of the proposed method is generating some optimum shading which could only cover the essential parts of the window area. It was detected from the simulation results that the usage of a dynamic vertical shading system with multi slats for south facades compared to common Venetian blinds can firstly, provide four times more view quantity. Secondly, the view quality is significantly improved through enabling occupants to enjoy the sky layer the entire year. Finally, twice more operational energy can be saved while more natural light can enter the indoor environment without glare. The final outcome of this research contributes toward designing high-performance adaptive solar facades.FindingsThis paper proposes a new metric to evaluate the view quantity through a multi-layer shading system. The proposed method makes it clear that the usage of dynamic vertical shading systems with multi-layers mounted on south facades can bring many benefits to both occupants and building energy criteria. The proposed method could (1) provide four times more view quantity; (2) improve view quality by enabling occupants to watch the sky layer throughout the whole year; (3) slash the operational energy by twice; (4) keep the daylight glare probability (DGP) value in the imperceptible range.Research limitations/implicationsThe research limitations that should be acknowledged are ignoring the impact of the adjacent building on sunlight reflection, which could cause discomfort glare issues. Another point regarding the limitations of the proposed optimisation method is the impact of vertical shading systems on users' visual interests. A field study ought to be conducted to determine which one could provide the more desirable outside view: a vertical or horizontal the view. Research on the view performance of ASFs, especially their impact on the quality of view, is sorely lacking.Originality/valueThis paper (1) analyses the performance of dynamic vertical shadings on south facades; (2) evaluates outside view through multi-layer shading systems; and (3) integrates both view quality and quantity into designing adaptive solar facades.

scholarly journals Biophilic Design Patterns for Primary Schools

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (21) ◽  
pp. 12207
Author(s):  
Rokhshid Ghaziani ◽  
Mark Lemon ◽  
Paramita Atmodiwirjo
Keyword(s):  
Primary Schools ◽  
Design Patterns ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Primary School Children ◽  
School Design ◽  
School Buildings ◽  
Biophilic Design ◽  
Natural Analogues ◽  
The Uk ◽  
Health And Well Being

Existing frameworks for biophilic design have similar strategies and attributes as useful checklists for designers; however, the focus has been on adults rather than children, and there remains the need for more guidance related to school design by extension. The application of biophilia would be a design resolution in schools because of its impact on children’s health and well-being, which has been more important since the pandemic started; however, it remains quite unexplored in school design in many countries, including the UK. Biophilic design patterns can be used in school buildings and grounds for greater connectivity between spaces and nature in order to promote children’s well-being. This paper focuses on ten biophilic design patterns under two categories of ‘nature in the space’ and ‘natural analogues.’ This study presents the findings of case studies in various countries. The analysis focuses on the manifestations of biophilia to inform the application of biophilic design patterns for primary schools. Finally, this paper suggests how primary school children could be involved in a co-design process in order to evaluate biophilic design patterns.

scholarly journals Tenement House “Under The Golden Crown” In Wrocław - Renovation Of The Peculiar Monument

2015 ◽  
Vol 19 (4) ◽  
pp. 51-60 ◽  
Author(s):  
Krystyna Kirschke
Keyword(s):  
20Th Century ◽  
Department Store ◽  
Commercial Buildings ◽  
Early 20Th Century ◽  
Historic Buildings ◽  
Historical Building ◽  
Tenement House ◽  
Post War ◽  
The Many ◽  
Skeleton Structure

Abstract Among the many historic buildings in Wroclaw, there is a property address Rynek 29 - Oławska 2, that in 1970 entered in the register of monuments as “a department store, earlier tenement house called “Under the Golden Crown”. In the fact it was built in 1961 and it is neither a historical building nor department store. It is, spectacular example of creative retrospective, in the post-war reconstruction of Wroclaw. It has relict of medieval and Renaissance architecture, but the aboveground parts have a skeleton structure of commercial buildings from the early 20th century. In recent years, there is a problem with renovating such buildings. Recognition of these monuments has become a requirement now. Because only in this way in the future, in the course of modernization works, you will be able to avoid bad decisions and unforeseen situations.

scholarly journals PROJETO ARQUITETÔNICO PARA RELOCAÇÃO DA NOVA BIBLIOTECA PÚBLICA MUNICIPAL E PARQUE DE LEITURA – CIDADE DE PRESIDENTE PUDENTE/SP

2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (Especial 2) ◽  
pp. 867-871
Author(s):  
Patrícia Portioli Mathias Teixeira ◽  
Korina Aparecida Teixeira Ferreira da Costa
Keyword(s):  
People With Disabilities ◽  
Visual Comfort ◽  
The Public ◽  
Natural Lighting ◽  
Great Circulation ◽  
The City

The project of the new municipal library comes with the intention of creating a space that is inviting for people to enter, use and stay doing the integration of the public with the place and promoting the approximation with the habit of reading, attracting the public through meeting points and leisure that allows you to stay. The project also brings a brief rescue to the memory of the former occupation of the building that was Cine Cine Gomes very well known in the city of Presidente Prudente. With the great circulation of pedestrians were proposed environments that start in the outside with a square and open parklets, and with the transparency of the building makes visible the interior attracting the public into the library, in addition to providing natural lighting and ventilation for greater visual comfort and thermal room inside the building, with spaces accessible for people with disabilities.

scholarly journals Preservation of Art Style in Interior and Architecture Cultural Heritage Buildings: A Case Study in Hotel Kartika Wijaya & Hotel Niagara Malang

Humaniora ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 87
Author(s):  
Sri Rachmayanti ◽  
Christianto R. ◽  
Anak Agung Ayu Wulandari
Keyword(s):  
Cultural Heritage ◽  
Interior Design ◽  
Historic Buildings ◽  
Historical Building ◽  
Art Deco ◽  
Heritage Buildings ◽  
Heritage Building ◽  
Art Style

Kartika Wijaya Hotel and Niagara Hotel-Malang are two heritage buildings, which are well managed to preserve their historical building that, has been established since 1891. We can find good harmony and variety in interior elements and design styles, such as Colonial style, Art Noveau and Art Deco style. The purpose of documentating this heritage building that has different design styles is for those who needed. The data will be classified according to the period of the development of the buildings and characteristics of existing styles. The research objective on Kartika Wijaya hotel building and art styles is to preserve historic buildings in Indonesia, through documentation of interior elements and architectures, and to conducted a study of the interior and architectures elements, interior design ornaments, that founded in historical Kartika Wijaya Hotel and Niagara Hotel in Malang, whose the existence needs to be preserved. 

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