Simulações paramétricas como instrumento de apoio ao projeto: iluminação, radiação e potencial construtivo.

Abstract

This paper focuses on the use of parametric simulation tools in the initial phases of design as a support for the architect in his design decisions. The main objective of this paper is to develop a parametric simulation method to aid the design process of office buildings, aiming to exploit the constructive potential of the building site, and achieve energy efficiency through reduction of the solar radiation gain and increase of daylight use. Thus, the concepts related to the theme and the operation of the tools used in this research were initially explored. Using parametric modeling and simulation software, energy performance simulation and optimization algorithms were developed. The use of these was exemplified from its application in three different scenarios in the city of Campina Grande. In these, the developed algorithms were used to create mass studies of vertical office buildings. From the applications made, it was possible to prove the effectiveness of the method developed in minimizing the energy consumption of buildings.