Interest in the topics of energy efficiency and thermal comfort integrated with building
preservation in historic buildings is growing among researchers. Research has determined …

The accurate prediction of building indoor overheating risk is critical in order to mitigate its
possible consequences on occupant health and wellbeing. The Chartered Institution of …

In recent years, numerous simulation softwares have been created, upgraded and being
used for building themal performance. Integrated Environmental Solutions-Visual …

New designing techniques have been used recently in design phases of buildings to adapt
human thermal comfort. Due to wide range of energy consumption within a building, it is …

Thermal comfort is an important factor to ensure good thermal condition of a house. To
understand the current indoor thermal situation of a typical lowcost single story detached …

Yazd is located in a hot-dry region with harsh weather conditions. Houses with an iwan were
suitable for establishing comfort conditions in the past. An evaluation of the visual comfort …

This study investigates the natural ventilation provisions of residential buildings in the hot-
humid climate of Putrajaya as well as the occupants' utilization and overall satisfaction of …

The use of reflective insulation as roof insulation has become increasingly popular in
Southeast Asian countries. It is proven to be effective at reducing heat gain through the roof …

In recent years the cruise industry has responded to ecological and economic pressures
through the development of sustainability programs as outlined in the ISO 4001 [1]. From …

La population mondiale fait face, globalement, à une urbanisation expansive. Cet étalement
urbain, souvent mal contrôlé, menace aussi bien l'environnement que la santé, la qualité de …