This chapter reviews and summarizes the literature on passive design strategies employed in cities with (a) hot and humid climates which are prone to monsoons, typhoons, and/or floods, and (2) hot and arid climates which are prone to intense sunshine, droughts, and/or sandstorms. Case studies include Guangzhou, Bangkok, Singapore, Granada, Athens, and Yazd. For all … Continue reading
UQ|UP expert Dorina Pojani said with the effects of climate change beginning to be felt, urban planners needed to ensure new buildings could adapt in the most efficient way. Read the full story: http://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/national/queensland/brisbane-needs-breathing-buildings-to-adapt-to-climate-change-20200116-p53s65.html Continue reading
Faced with global warming, Australia aims to wean itself from mechanical approaches to cooling homes. Cities are searching for passive solutions to residential development. These involve the use of porches, basements, natural ventilation, tree shading and the like. In 2016, the Brisbane City Council introduced the New World City Design Guide: Buildings that Breathe (BtB), … Continue reading