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Investigating the Impact of Adaptive Building Envelopes on Energy Consumption Reduction in Hot and Arid Climate Buildings
Investigating the Impact of Adaptive Building Envelopes on Energy Consumption Reduction in Hot and Arid Climate Buildings
Amirhossein Habibi1
1) Department of Architecture, Hamedan Branch, Islamic Azad University, Hamedan, Iran
IOI Code
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AACZ-ABGFZK
Publication :
The 5th International Conference on Seismic Retrofitting(5icst.ir)
Abstract :
The increasing share of energy consumption in the building sector, particularly in hot and arid climates characterized by intense solar radiation and significant temperature fluctuations, has transformed the role of the building envelope from a passive physical boundary into an active system for regulating thermal and luminous exchanges. In this context, adaptive building envelopes have emerged as dynamic structures capable of adjusting their behavior in response to real-time environmental changes and preventing the uncontrolled penetration of solar energy into indoor spaces. The aim of this study is to provide an in-depth analysis of the thermal and daylighting mechanisms of adaptive envelopes and to investigate the role of integrated control and digital systems in reducing cooling loads and optimizing energy consumption in hot and arid climates. The research methodology is based on a comprehensive literature review and a systematic examination of scientific publications, energy simulation reports, and empirical analyses of implemented projects. Data were analyzed through a comparative assessment of different technologies and the evaluation of thermal and daylighting performance indicators. The findings indicate that proactive solar radiation control, the incorporation of ventilated intermediate layers, the use of materials with appropriate thermal capacity and reflectance properties, and the implementation of control systems driven by real-time climatic data can significantly reduce interior surface temperatures and cooling energy demand. Furthermore, coordination between the building envelope, daylighting systems, and natural ventilation strategies reduces thermal fluctuations and lowers the reliance on mechanical energy systems. The results demonstrate that energy efficiency in adaptive envelope systems is achieved through the synergy of geometric design, advanced material technologies, and digital control mechanisms. Therefore, an integrated envelope design approach can provide an effective framework for the development of sustainable architecture in hot and arid climates.