Abstract
The research investigates how different design approaches and computational methods can be integrated in the design process of energy efficient and comfortable buildings. Three approaches were studied: A scenario-by-scenario conventional design approach, a parametric approach and an evolutionary optimization approach. To explore the potential and limitation of such methods, a nearly Zero-Energy Building (nZEB) prototype, named Autarki 1:1 (Greek word for self- sufficient), was designed and built on the campus of the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen. The performance optimization was achieved with different tools: EnergyPlus, jEplus and jEplus+EA. The experiment allowed the evaluation and discussion of optimization techniques compatibility with an architectural design process. The user- friendliness, the time required for inputting and computing, the related need of hardware resources and the effectiveness of each strategy are described.
Original language | English |
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Publication date | 4 Nov 2013 |
Number of pages | 8 |
Publication status | Published - 4 Nov 2013 |
Event | 13th Conference of the International Building Performance Simulation Association, BS 2013 - Chambery, France Duration: 26 Aug 2013 → 28 Aug 2013 |
Conference
Conference | 13th Conference of the International Building Performance Simulation Association, BS 2013 |
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Country/Territory | France |
City | Chambery |
Period | 26/08/2013 → 28/08/2013 |