The building envelope, the barrier between the interior and exterior environments, plays a central role in enhancing energy efficiency, occupant comfort, and overall building performance. In both ...

The world of architecture has undergone a dramatic transformation in the last decade, thanks to the evolution of visualization technologies. Among them, 3D architectural exterior rendering stands out ...

Researchers in Canada have proposed using gravity-based energy storage in high-rise buildings, in combination with photovoltaic facades, small wind turbines, and lithium-ion batteries. Their modeling ...