Queiroz, N; Fernandes, L and Fernando Oscar Ruttkay, P (2024) Comparison of fast daylighting climate-based simulation methods for parametric design: Two-phase, three-phase method and path tracing. Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 20(3), pp. 559-577. ISSN 1745-2007
Abstract
Computer modeling and simulation are essential for predicting architectural solutions performance. When integrated into the design process; they are known as performance-based design. During the design process, fast analytical cycles are required. However, daylighting simulations are challenging due to computational processing and time requirements. This paper presents a comparative study of fast daylight simulation methods, two-phase, three-phase and path tracing, in a hypothetical commercial building located in Miami, Florida. Five types of static glass and one electrochromic glass were tested with six parametric models of a translucent horizontal shading device. Daysim was used as reference. The two-phase method produced results similar to the reference results with faster processing times for static facades. For dynamic facades, the path tracing method with the tested interface enabled faster simulations and parametric variations. However, the three-phase method yielded a lower average error.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | Architecture; Parametric facades; daylighting simulation; performance-based design; facade design; electrochromic windows; Commercial buildings; Comparative studies; Performance prediction; Tracing; Design; Electrochromism; Facades; Daylight; Shading devices; Daylighting |
| Index terms: | design process, computer modelling, performance prediction, daylighting, parametric design, horizontal shading, window, comparative study, commercial building, variation, performance-based, shading |
| Subjects: | performance management, performance measurement, building design, architectural elements, contractual condition, building performance, research design and methodology, construction type, design methods, modelling and simulation |
| Topics: | Research Practice, Construction Technology, Design Practice, Digital Applications, Quality Management, Contract Administration |
| Descriptive scope: | 3 PCA |
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