Urban form significantly influences building energy consumption. However, most research
has primarily focused on quantifying the relationship between the two factors, with limited …

The renovation of existing buildings provides an opportunity to change the layout to meet the
needs of facilities and accomplish sustainability in the built environment at high utilisation …

Surrogate models can overcome the building performance simulation complexity and
replace time-consuming simulation engines within multi-objective optimization studies …

A simple window is often unable to ensure standard illumination to the deep parts of large
office spaces, and advanced daylighting systems are necessary to ensure the level of …

Climate change, driven by fossil fuel dependence, presents a significant challenge for the
construction industry, particularly in energy-intensive regions like arid climates. This …

The optimization of building performance has gained significant attention over the past two
decades, driven by the need for energy efficiency, occupant comfort, and environmental …

Form-finding is a process in architectural design. Architects create and manipulate the
morphology of a building by finding the form using digital tools and algorithms, such as …

In designing performance-based facilities, such as educational buildings, assessing visual
comfort is crucial. The computational cost and resource-intensive modeling necessitate an …

In the early stage of architectural design, addressing the challenges posed by negative
spaces in high-density urban environments is crucial for enhancing spatial efficiency and …

The design and specifications of a building enclosure can substantially impact the overall
performance of a building. However, the multifaceted nature of building enclosure design …