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Proceedings of eSim 2006: 4th Conference of IBPSA-Canada

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GUIDELINES FOR DEVELOPING A SIMULATION TOOL FOR EVALUATION OF FACADE DESIGN OPTIONS

Athanassios Tzempelikos, Andreas Athienitis

Abstract: Fenestration and shading systems have a major impact on building thermal loads, energy consumption, as well as on visual and thermal comfort. For office spaces, the need for much daylight is often in conflict with the need to minimize cooling demand. This paper presents a simulation method that allows evaluation of shading design alternatives with respect to energy efficiency. The analysis includes a continuous parametric study of each shading device property depending on shading type, orientation and climate. Consideration of dynamic operation of facades in conjunction with lighting and HVAC system components is necessary and could help designers make important decisions at the early design stage.
Pages: 203 - 210
Paper:
esim2006_203_210