Design Journal Entry - Module 4

Journal Entry For
Module 4 - Conceptual Design - Building Context & Passive Design
  • Location: Dish hill
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The Dish Hill is situated within the premises of Stanford University and holds educational significance. Furthermore, the panoramic view from the hilltop is visually stunning. I aim to provide users with a location that is commensurate with the magnificence of the view.

  • Climate condition
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California experiences a mild climate, making it conducive to the implementation of green building practices. This is due to its dry summers and humid, warm winters. The stable climate provides several advantages for the comfort of building occupants.

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According to the analysis, approximately 65% of the time, users can experience a comfortable environment without the utilization of energy-intensive cooling or heating systems in building operations. Thus, in order to actualize a green building, design plays a crucial role in reducing energy consumption and optimizing the utilization of natural sunlight within the building to improve its efficiency.

  • Analysis results

Option 1-Single Building

-Insight

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-Solar Analysis

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Option 2-Three Modules

-Insight

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-Solar Analysis

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  • Design decision

The first design option consists of a single large building, while the second option consists of three modular buildings. According to the results of the Insight analysis, the first design presents some advantages over the second one. This can be attributed to the smaller facade area facing south in the first option compared to the second option. As a result, a larger open area can be provided to the users. Despite lacking photovoltaic coverage, the cost of the first design remains lower, at $12.2, compared to the second option, which costs $12.9. Furthermore, the solar analysis indicates that the presence of courtyards within the building provides ample sunlight, reducing the overall energy consumption, particularly the energy required for lighting. Based on these findings, the first design option will be adopted as the preferred design concept.