abstract a basic aim of low energy architecture is to create a thermally comfortable internal environment for building occupants whilst consuming the least possible amount of energy. in desert countries this aim is more difficult to achieve since high ambient air temperatures create a barrier to comfort. traditional building types of these countries, such as courtyard building, have evolved to ...

Vernacular architecture based on bioclimatism concepts was developed and used through the centuries by many civilizations across the world. Different civilizations have produced their own architectural styles based on the local conditions. This study is carried out on the vernacular buildings of north-east India across all the bioclimatic zones. A survey of 42 houses, more than 70 years old was...

This paper aims to investigate the typical indoor environment in Tibetan residential dwellings, which has particular architectural form and environmental adaptations. The field measurements during the summer month show that the traditional house presents high humidity, low temperature. And the indoor environment is much worse in winter. Tibetan architectural features and ethnic customs are take...

This study aims to present evaluation methods that can evaluate thermal comfort reflecting traditional values of the vernacular architecture in Korea called Hanok, especially focused on modernized public facilities. For this purpose, representative vertically-sectional structures Hanok has been categorized by spatial configuration used for buildings such as school, museum, library and so on. Ne...

Abstract About 800,000 of “Cube houses” which date back to the socialist era are still in use throughout Hungary. These houses considered be “outdated” and they bring not only energy but also social issues. This paper presents a refurbishment design solution for cube house, combining vernacular architecture with modern solutions within framework Solar Decathlon Europe 19 competition. The invest...

Abstract Modern architecture has its roots in the vernacular type. Globally, every cultural group own form of architecture, though approach may vary from region to and also among individuals. The traditional modern architectural styles Minna Niger State, Nigeria are examined this paper since these possess distinct climatic, economic, socio-cultural practices. A typical was sited at Tudun Fulani...

background: today discussion thermal comfort due to technology advances and equipment application in the workplace for government and non-governmental organizations managers in the industrial and non-industrial environments, especially hospitals staff   due to the diversity of people employed and the type of work they are doing of particular importance. this study was conducted to evaluate the ...