Sun + Energy Studies

Heliodon, Sustainability Goal

The Heliodon experiments informed our form. Our sustainability goal is Net Zero through Solar Passive.

Not enough light in the spaces in the North due to lack of glazing

Roof tilted to allow more light into the deeper space

Part of the building casts a shadow on the other part

Skylights added Classroom placed in that area instead of the studio, because not as much light is needed.

Less glazing on East facade, just for views and minimal light

Add overhangs for more shading

Winter sun penetrates most of the space throughout the day

Utilizing a Grasshopper plugin called Honeybee, digital analysis of spaces could be studied. The program is used for basic energy calculations in terms of heating and cooling loads. Our team focused on analyzing the largest studio space in our design. The program factors in openings, solid walls, and sun shades to give a baseline result. The graph shows large heating loads in winter and large cooling loads in summer. Our team used this in relation with our sun studies to achieve sustainability goals that can mitigate such energy requirements.

Rhino Studio Analysis