Integrating Technology and Heritage Design for Climate Resilient Courtyard House in Arid Region

Afaq H. Chohan; Jihad Awad; Muhammad A. Ismail; Mohammad S. Arar

doi:10.28991/CEJ-2024-010-03-018

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Afaq H. Chohan
a.chohan@ajman.ac.ae
Department of Architecture, College of Architecture, Art and Design, Ajman University, Ajman,, United Arab Emirates https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2483-2541
Jihad Awad Department of Architecture, College of Architecture, Art and Design, Ajman University, Ajman,, United Arab Emirates
Muhammad A. Ismail 1) Department of Architecture, College of Architecture, Art and Design, Ajman University, Ajman, UAE. 2) Department of Architecture, Faculty of Built Environment, University of Malaya, 50603 Kuala Lumpur,, Malaysia
Mohammad S. Arar Department of Architecture, College of Architecture, Art and Design, Ajman University, Ajman,, United Arab Emirates

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This research has investigated the sustainability and climate resilience of courtyard houses of adobe architecture in the UAE. It analyzed design effectiveness in terms of power consumption, CO₂ emissions, thermal comfort, and daylight use, employing simulations to assess building structures and construction systems. Adopting a three-phase mixed-methods approach, the study began with a literature review on courtyard house design, construction, and environmental performance, emphasizing sustainable design and passive ventilation. The second phase involved a case study of a UAE courtyard house (Al Midfa), including site visits, interviews, and energy consumption and CO₂ emission data collection. The final phase used building energy simulation software to model energy performance and evaluate passive ventilation's role in reducing energy consumption and CO₂emissions, with simulation results validated against real-world data. Advanced Sefaira simulations with the Energy Plus Engine identified one out of seven modified models (M5) as exceptionally thermally efficient, influencing the architectural design of the Al Midfa house. To transform the Al Midfa house into a sustainable climate-resistant structure, the research suggested retrofitting with new glazing and insulation on the inside of external walls and on the roof surface at a combined U-value of 0.4 W/m²to enhance energy efficiency without altering the exterior. A notable innovation was the use of injected cellulose insulation in wall systems, combining efficient insulation with architectural aesthetics, signifying a shift towards energy-efficient interior modifications. The study's findings contribute to the evolution of traditional house designs toward climate change resilience and a sustainable future.

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Chohan, A. H., Awad, J., Ismail, M. A., & Arar, M. S. (2024). Integrating Technology and Heritage Design for Climate Resilient Courtyard House in Arid Region. Civil Engineering Journal, 10(3), 928–952. https://doi.org/10.28991/CEJ-2024-010-03-018

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