Promoting Thermal Comfort for Indoor Office Spaces Through Biomimetic Facades Retrofitting

Authors

Mai Wahba Madkour

Abstract

The premise of this study is to explore biomimicry as an environmental approach and solution for improving thermal comfort for users of different indoor workspaces in office buildings, consequently reducing energy consumption in these spaces. Delta University for Science and Technology in Egypt had been chosen as a case study. The use of biomimetic indicators on the facade of office spaces at Delta University is the basis for this paper to test the premise. The living organisms that live in the same environment according to their adaptations and response to climate will be examined, investigated, and mimicked in the adaptive façade design. The adaptive facade concepts will use Kimler's design process, Design Builder, and Energy Plus as tools. Additionally, three distinct sorts of materials and biomimetic proposals will be used. The optimal model in terms of thermal comfort and cost will then be identified by comparing the outcomes of the proposals with conditions before implementing biomimetic façade proposals.

Recommended Citation

Wahba Madkour, Mai (2023) "Promoting Thermal Comfort for Indoor Office Spaces Through Biomimetic Facades Retrofitting," Journal of Engineering Research: Vol. 7: Iss. 2, Article 37.
Available at: https://digitalcommons.aaru.edu.jo/erjeng/vol7/iss2/37