Building Energy Simulation Using DesignBuilder™: Envelope and Lighting

Building Energy Simulation: A Workbook Using DesignBuilder is a comprehensive, tutorial-based training guide designed to teach energy simulation through hands-on practice.This first volume of the two-part series concentrates on fundamental building performance elements, including building envelope design, passive strategies like shading and insulation systems, cool and green roof technologies, and daylighting optimization.It also covers interior lighting simulation with advanced control strategies.A newly added chapter on Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) introduces a quantitative approach to sustainability strategy, supporting informed design decisions.LCA simulations are now also important in earning green building certification credits.The daylighting section has been enhanced to include dynamic shading for internal windows and spatial daylight autonomy (sDA) simulations. Features:Focuses on learning building energy simulation while being interactive through examples and exercises. Explains