Projected changes to wind loads coinciding with rainfall for building design in Canada based on an ensemble of Canadian regional climate model simulations
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DOI: 10.1007/s10584-020-02745-y
Abstract: Strong wind coinciding with rainfall is an important weather phenomenon in many science and engineering fields. This study investigates changes in hourly extreme driving rain wind pressure (DRWP)—a climatic variable used in building design in… read more here.
Keywords: building design; canada; model; design canada ... See more keywords
Component-based machine learning for performance prediction in building design
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DOI: 10.1016/j.apenergy.2018.07.011
Abstract: Machine learning is increasingly being used to predict building performance. It replaces building performance simulation, and is used for data analytics. Major benefits include the simplification of prediction models and a dramatic reduction in computation… read more here.
Keywords: machine; machine learning; building design; performance ... See more keywords
The impact of thermal transmittance variation on building design in the Mediterranean region
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DOI: 10.1016/j.apenergy.2019.01.239
Abstract: Abstract Contrarily to what happens in northern European countries, buildings in the Mediterranean region are prone to overheating. Consequently, it is important to better understand the role that the thermal transmittance of the building envelope… read more here.
Keywords: mediterranean region; building design; thermal transmittance; energy ... See more keywords
Implementing data-driven parametric building design with a flexible toolbox
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DOI: 10.1016/j.autcon.2020.103252
Abstract: Abstract Designers in architecture and engineering are increasingly employing parametric models linked to performance simulations to assist in early building design decisions. This context presents a clear opportunity to integrate advanced functionality for engaging with… read more here.
Keywords: driven parametric; building design; data driven; implementing data ... See more keywords
Automated compliance checking in healthcare building design
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DOI: 10.1016/j.autcon.2021.103822
Abstract: Abstract Regulatory frameworks associated to building design are usually complex, representing extensive sets of requirements. For healthcare projects in the UK, this includes statutory and guidance documents. Existing research indicates that they contain subjective requirements,… read more here.
Keywords: automated compliance; building design; compliance checking; healthcare ... See more keywords
Approach to manage parameter and choice uncertainty in life cycle optimisation of building design: Case study of optimal insulation thickness
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DOI: 10.1016/j.buildenv.2020.107544
Abstract: Abstract In order to mitigate global warming, it is important to decrease the climate impact from the building stock, which accounts for 39% of the GHG emissions in Europe. An extensive portion of these emissions… read more here.
Keywords: building design; life cycle; study; approach ... See more keywords
Modelling and coordination of building design: an experience of BIM learning/upskilling
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DOI: 10.1080/17452007.2021.1970506
Abstract: The implementation of Building Information Modelling (BIM) in the Architecture, Engineering, Construction and Operations (AECO) industry requires multidisciplinary teams equipped with new technical... read more here.
Keywords: building design; experience bim; design experience; modelling coordination ... See more keywords
Building design for people with dementia: a case study of a UK care home
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DOI: 10.1108/f-06-2017-0062
Abstract: This paper aims to investigate the impact that building design has upon the quality of life for residents of a care home who have dementia. To present a balanced perspective, carers within the care home… read more here.
Keywords: people dementia; building design; care home; design ... See more keywords
Multiobjective building design optimization using an efficient adaptive Kriging metamodel
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DOI: 10.1177/00375497231168630
Abstract: Multiobjective building design optimization is a challenging problem because it involves finding a set of solutions that simultaneously optimize multiple conflicting objectives. Simulations-based optimization is widely used, but it is a computationally expensive process in… read more here.
Keywords: design optimization; multiobjective building; building; building design ... See more keywords
Building Information Modelling Feasibility Study for Building Surveying
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DOI: 10.3390/su12114791
Abstract: Despite the advancements in digital technologies, the current building design examination practice is 2D and paper-based, and a large number of 2D plans and drawings need to be collated and interpreted to examine if the… read more here.
Keywords: building design; information modelling; building; building information ... See more keywords
Integrating Environmental and Economic Perspectives in Building Design
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DOI: 10.3390/su14084637
Abstract: With increasing environmental damage and decreasing resource availability, sustainability assessment in the building sector is gaining momentum. A literature review shows that the related methods for environmental and economic performance, Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and… read more here.
Keywords: environmental economic; lca lcc; design; building design ... See more keywords