HVAC System Recommendations

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Li, Jiarui
Created
Jan 6, 2025 12:37 AM
Created by
Glenn Katz

Screenshots of interior view of the merged model from Model Coordination showing the HVAC elements

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For the HVAC system, I designed dual routes on each level for both supply and return airflows. Near the HVAC room, the ductwork splits to guarantee sufficient air passage, utilizing main ducts sized at 18 inches by 12 inches. As the ductwork extends to individual spaces, it narrows to dimensions of 12 inches by 12 inches.

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LEVEL 0 HVAC Floor Plans

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LEVEL 1 HVAC Floor Plans

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Airflow was meticulously adjusted to meet the specific requirements of each space, supported by a carefully calculated number of air terminals for efficient air distribution. Upon reviewing the structural model, I set the heights for the supply air duct at 10 feet 9 inches from the floor level and for the return air duct at 9 feet 9 inches, with the air terminals positioned at 9 feet.

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The primary challenge encountered involved managing the duct height amidst the floor and ceiling's structural elements, necessitating a lower duct offset. This adjustment, while necessary to accommodate the ductwork, led to a compromise in ceiling space utilization and introduced concerns about potential fluid inefficiency due to the need for duct bends to navigate internal spaces.