Sustainable Design
A detailed thermal analysis informs the client and design team of the need for passive control of solar gain and ventilation systems.
The hall is environmentally controlled via a ground coupled cooling system, maintaining comfort for 150 occupants. This minimises CO2 emissions and life cycle costs.
Solar control is provided in the form of photo-voltaic shades incorporated onto the south facing facade.
Building Analysis
During the concept stage of the architectural design, thermal analysis and computerised fluid dynamics confirmed the natural building form, fabric and passive controls necessary to maintain a comfortable internal environment. Each option is developed in the thermal model the results are graphically compared with BB87 comfort criteria enabling decisions relating to building form and orientation to be made prior to planning submission.
A detailed daylighting analysis was completed confirming average daylight levels in order to maximise solar gain. |
