IESVE for Architectural Design & Early-Stage Analysis
Perform early-stage environmental analysis to guide architectural decisions. Evaluate building orientation, massing, shading, daylighting, and energy performance for smarter, sustainable design.
Course Overview
Course Modules Module 1: Introduction to Early-Stage Building Analysis Topics Covered Performance-Based Design IESVE Workflow Design Evaluation Concepts Project Setup Building Analysis Fundamentals Sustainability Metrics Module 2: Massing & Conceptual Modeling Topics Covered Building Form Analysis Massing Models Site Considerations Orientation Studies Zoning Concepts Early Design Evaluation Module 3: Solar & Environmental Analysis Topics Covered Solar Exposure Shading Analysis Building Orientation Climate Data Environmental Factors Design Response Strategies Module 4: Performance Optimization Topics Covered Energy Performance Daylight Assessment Thermal Analysis Passive Design Strategies Design Comparisons Optimization Techniques Module 5: Reporting & Design Decisions Topics Covered Comparative Studies Performance Reports Design Recommendations Documentation Presentation Outputs Stakeholder Communication Module 6: Final Capstone Project Topics Covered Concept Design Analysis Environmental Assessment Performance Evaluation Optimization Reporting Presentation Capstone Project Analyze and optimize an architectural concept design using performance-based design principles in IESVE.
Learning Outcomes
Evaluate building performance during conceptual design stages.
Analyze orientation, massing, and environmental impacts.
Apply passive design strategies effectively.
Compare design alternatives using simulation data.
Support evidence-based architectural decision-making.
Prerequisites
Participants should have: -Basic architectural design knowledge -Interest in sustainable design and environmental analysis -Laptop/Desktop with IESVE installed
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