Windcatcher natural ventilation is a low-energy approach that can provide effective
ventilation during favourable weather conditions. When combined with different cooling …

The growing concerns over climate change and energy scarcity have highlighted the need
for building energy conservation. Windcatchers, renowned for their effective ventilation …

The natural ventilation strategies employed in vernacular architecture have attracted
considerable research interest in the context of sustainable development, primarily due to …

Wind towers are low-energy ventilation devices which can provide cooling and reduce
buildings' energy use. However, during unfavourable climate conditions, wind tower …

Window systems, particularly in hot climates, are the source of considerable heat transfer
that affects the buildings' indoor environment and energy consumption. Proper design and …

Windcatchers are used in building design as natural ventilation devices, providing fresh air
supply and thermal comfort under suitable outdoor conditions. However, their performance …

Windcatchers provide effective low-energy ventilation and summer passive cooling in
temperate climates. However, their use in winter is limited due to significant ventilation heat …

The energy demands of buildings are increasing, underlining the need for sustainable
energy sources. Passive cooling methods, such as wind towers and solar chimneys, are …

This review investigates the role of windcatchers in modern architecture, exploring their
optimization through the integration of traditional designs with contemporary technologies …

Natural ventilation devices such as windcatchers are incorporated into the building design to
provide fresh air supply, energy consumption reduction and, in some cases, indoor thermal …