INTEGRATED DESIGN PROCESS: 300-level
SESSION 19
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Wednesday, September 29, 2010 – 4:00pm – Metro 4A
ABSTRACT:
This session will discuss the capability and use of analytical tools used during the design process to develop low-energy solutions for the urban environment. Case studies will demonstrate how these tools are used in small and large projects to gain insight into the environmental impact of facades and related building systems.
MODERATOR:
Matthew Herman, Associate, Buro Happold
SPEAKERS:
Peter Krebs, Chief Technology Officer, Sefaira
Cramer Silkworth, Transsolar
Shillpa Singh, Senior Sustainability Manager, YRG Sustainability Consultants
Erin Rae Hoffer, Architect, Industry Strategist, Autodesk
DESCRIPTION:
Understanding the flow of energy through building envelopes requires designers to conceive their façade at multiple scales ranging from the microscopic impact of specific materials, to the long- term environmental impact of carbon emissions related to a global supply chain. Numerous analytical tools have been developed over the years to assist designers in studying the impact of their decisions.
Recently these tools have become more integrated with the design process, allowing additional insight into the environmental impacts of facades and related building systems. This session will discuss the capability and use of analytical tools used during the design process to develop low- energy solutions for the urban environment.
The session will begin with an overview of analytical tools used by designers to address sustainable ratings ordinances and mandated energy and carbon reductions in the urban environment. Participants will learn how innovation can provide the basis for informed decision-making and new behaviors on the part of the entire project team – architecture and engineering firms government, facility, design, and construction departments; and energy service companies to support true performance improvement.
Case studies will demonstrate how these tools are used in a quick and dynamic manner to address energy and comfort issues by studying wall and window properties including shading systems, thermal mass and natural ventilation. These same concepts will also be demonstrated at a much larger scale through the testing and development of a façade performance specification for a 30,000-acre master plan where design flexibility, energy, and comfort had to be balanced.
The use of analytical software will be demonstrated to show how it was applied in the design of a sustainable community to select optimal strategies, including state-of-the-art envelope material and site-wide energy generation. Panel members will also discuss their experiences in software development and design consulting as it relates to envelope systems, energy management, and the design process.
