Computational environmental design using Ladybug Legacy-02

🚀 Explore the Future of Sustainable Architecture with "Computational Environmental Design using Ladybug Legacy-02" 🌿🏗️

Course Headline: Part 02: Energy Modeling / Energy Simulation using Ladybug and Honeybee Legacy with Rhinoceros 3D and Grasshopper 3D

Course Introduction:

The intersection of parametric design, generative tools, and environmental consciousness is shaping the future of architecture. Today's architects are not just creating spaces; they're crafting ecosystems within buildings that respond to the natural environment and promote sustainability. This course will delve into the intricacies of integrating cutting-edge digital technologies with traditional ecological solutions, ensuring that our built structures coexist harmoniously with nature. 🌱➡️🏫

Course Content Overview:

Environmental Site Analysis using Ladybug Tools:

• How to get Climate Data & analyze it

  • Understand the importance of climatic data in shaping your design.
  • Learn how to gather and interpret climate data for your project.

• Micro-climate study

  • Dive into the specifics of microclimates and how they affect building performance.

Energy Modeling:

For a building (Conceptual Stage):

• Create thermal zones in the early design stage

  • Identify key areas within your design that will require thermal analysis.
  • Learn to define these zones for initial energy assessments.

• How to Add Glazing/windows & material

  • Master the art of specifying materials and glazing types that impact energy performance.

• Energy simulation process

  • Follow a step-by-step approach to simulate building energy consumption.

• How to visualize Results

  • Present your findings with clear visuals for better understanding and communication.

For each floor (Detailed Plan):

• Create thermal zones for each space of the building

  • Detail the thermal zones for a more granular analysis of each floor's performance.

• How to Add Glazing/windows & material

  • Refine your material and glazing specifications for accurate energy modeling.

• Energy simulation process

  • Execute the energy simulation for each floor to assess its energy efficiency.

• How to visualize Results

  • Learn techniques to present your detailed analysis effectively.

Course Outcome:

By completing this course, you will:

• Learn how to:

  • Assign your building in Honeybee for energy simulation.
  • Add details to your building (levels, windows).
  • Assign materials to your building's envelope.
  • Prepare your building for an Energy simulation.
  • Run an Energy simulation and interpret the results.

• Expert Tips & Tricks:

  • Gain insights and shortcuts to streamline your workflow.

Prerequisites:

This part of the course assumes you have a foundational understanding of:

• Rhino + Grasshopper 3D basics (covered in "Computational environmental design using Ladybug Tools_part1").
• Environmental site analysis using ladybug tools.

📚 Note: If you're new to these tools, make sure to start with the first part of our course series on Udemy to build a solid foundation before diving into energy modeling. 🛠️✨

Join us on this exciting journey into the world of computational design and environmental sustainability. Let's build a greener future, one simulation at a time! 🌟🌍