Abstract The United Arab Emirates'(UAE) hot climate, coupled with the extreme
demographic and urban growth experienced over the past four decades, has shaped a built …

In the hot climate of Dubai, there is potential for harnessing natural ventilation to maintain an
acceptable indoor environment. This would also help in reducing costs, excessive use of …

In light of Estidama Guidelines, assessment method, and other documents (building code,
standards, and design guidance), a sustainable house was designed following an …

Cooling load accounts for more than 70% of the electric energy used in buildings in the
Middle East. This paper presents a passive method to reduce the cooling load in buildings …

Climate responsive design and traditional design elements of the Persian Gulf may provide
a basis for low-energy design. Current building models employed in the United Arab …

Green building regulations in the United Arab Emirates are required to obtain building
permits so that future construction projects can create a sustainable living environment …

The temperature in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) plays a critical role in sha** the
country's climate, lifestyle, and environmental challenges. Temperature changes in the UAE …

This study investigated the potential of shade-trees to improve lighting conditions in the
indoor space of a standard classroom in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) using computer …

Building infrastructure is one of the essential needs in the human life. In the past few years, a
rapid and continuous growth has been observed in the sector and is likely to be seen in …

The increase of energy consumed by buildings in the Middle East is mainly due to the harsh
weather that forces people to spend more time indoors. Moreover, the provision of a …