The present work explores the impact of shading devices on prefabricated buildings. A large
office conference room constructed by reusing two 40-foot high-cube ISO (global) standard …

Thermochromic (TC) windows have attracted extensive attention due to their potential for
improving building performance through the variation of optical properties in response to …

In modern office buildings, the pursuit of a transparent and aesthetically pleasing facade
often results in a high window-to-wall ratio, leading to excessive solar radiation entering the …

Balancing performance and cost are crucial in optimising nearly zero-energy buildings. This
study proposes a method for efficient preliminary design tailored to diverse requirements. It …

This study aims to reduce uncertainty in key thermal performance parameters of Cooling
Load Temperature Difference CLTD and U-values used to estimate the energy demand of …

Optimizing early-stage building design significantly impacts energy efficiency, carbon
reduction, and indoor air quality. While parametric design coupled with Multi-Objective …

Office buildings present significant potential for energy savings using innovative shading
systems, particularly given their extensive daytime usage. However, comprehensive studies …

Addressing the challenges of global warming and rising energy demands, this study
explores fixed shading systems as passive and sustainable solutions to improve energy …

This study explores the role of wind in sha** traditional Iranian architecture across three
distinct climatic zones: cold mountainous (Hajij), hot desert (Yazd), and humid coastal …

Climate change and improving building energy performance are significant contemporary
concerns. Conversely, climate-adaptive building envelopes (CABEs) offer promising …