Mixed-mode buildings utilise a combination of natural ventilation from operable building
envelopes and mechanical systems to realise climate-friendly ventilation and cooling. The …

The climate change leads to periods of extreme events (ie reduction of cold seasons, heat
waves, overheating, urban heat island among others) that affect the performance of …

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effects of the atrium ceiling on catching sea
breeze, indoor thermal comfort, and natural ventilation in the buildings in coastal areas with …

Ventilation systems are mainly responsible for maintaining the quality of indoor air. Together
with thermal comfort maintenance systems, they create appropriate conditions for living …

Numerous studies have demonstrated that the climate of cities and human settlements can
affect building performance and human comfort. Historically, ambient data were collected …

Natural Ventilation (NV) contributes to the energy performance and Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)
of existing buildings and Nearly Zero Energy Buildings (NZEB). To predict and validate the …

Atriums have recently been applied with increasing frequency for natural illumination,
though they produce a harsh indoor thermal environment. Cooling energy consumption is …

Passive strategies are increasingly being employed in buildings to minimize their total
energy consumption and emissions. Wind tower, a natural ventilation device, can capture …

Large-scale public buildings usually use active means to improve indoor thermal comfort,
such as cooling and heating by centralized air conditioning, which can increase building …

Atriums commonly appeared in large-scale public buildings to build up a pleasant and
natural indoor environment. However, an overheated indoor environment and a large …