Abstract
This research considers how the orientation of a building can significantly affect it’s thermal performance, in regard to the building’s envelope. This research has been completed from an experiment, focused on two solid monolithic stone constructions, both of which are in a coastal town in Cornwall. This proved that further insulation strategies should be considered within the design phase of a development/retrofit which are influenced by the individual building and its surroundings. Data logging equipment has been utilised alongside a newly developed climate chamber to collect data based on the above research. The conclusion is that the orientation has a noticeable influence on the thermal performance of the envelope of the building. Thus, further exploration is required into better understanding how to achieve thermal optimisation within the built environment for period buildings.
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Sustainable construction, Hard to Treat Properties, Optimising Thermal Efficiency, Home
