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Knowing The Attributes Of Energy Efficiency Buildings

Article Category: Advice

Author Name: Geza Csuros

With so much focus on the natural environment these days, more and more architects and contractors are turning their attention to developing and building structures that cut down energy loss. These designs reduce the energy needed for cooling and heating regardless of the equipment or energy source used for climate control. Architects build in features that reduce the energy demand by minimizing waste. The three main characteristics of energy efficiency buildings are bioclimatic architecture, a building envelope, and controlled ventilation.

Bioclimatic architectural designs make the most ideal use of environmental resources, including solar energy, based on the local climate. The compact size of such a building has less surfaces in contact with the exterior.

The alignment of the building ensures openings have protection from solar heat during the summer and winter. Protection from the sun during the summer may come from shade trees or exterior treatment with reflective surfaces and colors. The installation of passive solar radiation collection systems reduces energy needs for household maintenance.

The building envelope literally separates the exterior and interior environments. This outer shell controls how adequately the structure can make use of natural resources for heating, cooling, ventilation, and lighting. With a tight envelope, building occupants enjoy improved indoor air quality and better moisture management for a more comfortable interior environment. Uncontrolled air leaks can increase a home's power usage by as much as 50 %.

Advances in contemporary ventilation technology make it practical to control incoming airflow mechanically. This is more dependable than allowing outside air to leak through any available gap or crack. The air travels by way of a filter, is heated or cooled to the thermostat setting, and distributed throughout the building.

The tight envelope is responsible for keeping indoor air quality. It protects against pollen from coming indoors where it can induce allergies and aggravate other more serious upper respiratory problems. Efficient designs seal off the garage from living spaces to eliminate your exposure to paint, vehicle, and household cleaner fumes.

Moisture is always a concern given that it creates the ideal environment for mold growth. Hot, humid air entering from outside on a summer day can cause condensation on interior surfaces. At the same time, warmed air flowing to the exterior on a cold winter day can cause water to condense on exterior surfaces. Air barrier materials manage moisture to prevent condensation. The areas of a building most prone to air leaks are attics, cantilevered floors, ceilings, crawl spaces, parapet wall doors, transitions, and windows. The connections and transitions between these areas and the living space are just as important for maintaining a tight envelope as using air barrier materials.

The foam acts as a weather resistant barrier, prevents air leakage, gets rid of vapor infiltration, and provides continuous insulation to maintain a comfortable interior. Commercial building wraps and other self-adhered products are effective but more complicated to install properly.

Thermal insulation increases the efficiency of every element of the building envelope. This includes walls, lofts, facades, and roofs. It also cuts down energy loss through pipes and water heaters. Insulation works year round to save on power usage. During the summer, it prevents hot air from getting in allowing the air conditioner to work more efficiently. During the winter, it traps warm air inside, reducing the necessity for heating.

Building designs should make use of natural light to minimize the need for artificial illumination significantly whenever possible. This requires precise planning to adjust for daylight variations throughout the day and year while controlling glare and balancing heat loss and gain. A good lighting design is practical but also greatly enhances the surrounding architecture for a visually satisfying result.

Proper ventilation exhausts stale air to the outside while circulating fresh air inside. Without enough airflow through the structure, humid air condenses on any cold surfaces with poor or no insulation.

Energy efficient designs represent a growing trend in the construction industry. Consumer demands on the industry dictate that architects and builders respond with buildings designed to perform without wasting energy. These designs offer far-reaching benefits from safeguarding natural resources to saving on household operating costs.

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