Integrating Building Performance Simulation into Design Process

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Abstract:

This presentation explains Building Performance Simulation (BPS) and its role in reducing buildings’ carbon footprint. It explains six steps towards an integrative design process, where BPS is used to create an energy-efficient and healthy building:

1) Engage early,

2) Evaluate and compare,

3) Evolve Energy Efficiency Measures (EEMs),

4) Ensure comfort,

5) Extend detailed simulation,

6) Establish M&V.

Building performance analysis tools, their pros and cons are described in this presentation. This presentation explains data by storytelling, demonstrating case studies of high-performance buildings with stringent energy reduction goals. Case studies cover early-stage design analysis, such as passive design strategies, façade optimization, and parametric analysis as well as detailed design energy analysis.

Learning objectives

• Describe Building Performance Simulation and its role in reducing buildings carbon footprint.
• Identify 6 steps toward a BPS- integrated design process.
• Understand the role of BPS at each design phase.
• Describe Energy Use Intensity (EUI) and identify tools to predict EUI of a building based on building type and climate type.
• Identify tools for Building Performance Analysis, their pros, and cons.