EFFECTS OF SINGLE-SIDED AND CROSS-VENTILATED SLIDING GLASS WINDOW OPENINGS ON THE INDOOR ENVIRONMENT OF A ROOM IN A HOT AND HUMID CLIMATE

There are two natural ventilation strategies, namely single-sided and cross ventilation. For a building with deep layout plan where is impossible, used. This study aimed to compare the performance of both strategies using sliding glass windows. The method used was field measurement, which executed in one room double-storey detached house. predicted indoor thermal comfort calculated Adaptive Thermal Comfort index. main finding from agreed those previous studies, whereby found provide greater airflow than However, each strategy, could only be achieved during morning hours. findings also show that wind velocity decreased upon approaching window opening reduced further when space reached. Another interesting had capacity enhance air at measurement times. significant as it will stimulate future exploration investigation hot humid climates.