Hardi K Abdullah

Salahaddin University - Erbil | SUH · Department of Architecture Engineering

Abstract: This study presents a retrofit strategy: integrating optimized photovoltaics (PV) in the form of responsive shading devices using a dual-axis solar tracking system. A prototype-based model was fabricated to compare the efficiency of PV in this implementation with the conventional fixed installation. The office building, T1 EmpireWorld in...

Leading architectural firms in professional practice are expanding their range of design possibilities using digital design strategies. A digital design strategy enables architects to make informed decisions and better handle the interdisciplinary nature of the discipline, while dealing with various complexities, uncertainties and an infinite numbe...

The hybrid philosophy behind the mixed-mode (MM) strategy aims at achieving energy-efficient buildings and sustainable development. A performance-based open-plan office design facilitates the handling of multiple design parameters to identify optimal design solutions for effective MM offices. This research presents a method of open-plan office desi...

This study proposes a performance-based window design model for optimised natural ventilation potential by reducing the level of indoor carbon dioxide (CO2) concentration and improving thermal comfort, consequently minimising supplementary heating/cooling loads. The model consists of several stages: (1) Knowledge acquisition, (2) establishing a rel...

In the quest to improve urban quality of life, creating functional and visually appealing urban green spaces plays a pivotal role. This study investigates the influence of five key physical characteristics—availability, maintenance, facilities, environment, and design—on the usability of urban green spaces in three case studies in Erbil: Italian Ci...

Solar power through the use of photovoltaic (PV) system is the most advanced and profitable renewable energy application; however, there are still a number of obstacles facing this technology, including technical, financial, and political barriers. According to meteorological data of Iraq, the annual average solar radiation is about 1800-2390 kWh/m...

Advancements in technology have emerged multifunctional solar façades where the conventional building components can be replaced with integrated systems to perform a dual purpose. Building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV) is considered as a promising technology that is suggested in building envelope construction to reduce material costs and produce...

Natural ventilation through window openings is an inexpensive and effective solution to bring fresh air into internal spaces and improve indoor environmental conditions. This study attempts to address the "indoor air quality-thermal comfort" dilemma of naturally ventilated office buildings in the Mediterranean climate through the effective use of e...

H.K.A.) REFERENCE NO ABSTRACT ARCH-05 When shading devices are integrated with photovoltaics, the dual-purpose of avoidance of harmful sun exposure and solar electricity generation can be achieved, along with multiple sustainability goals. Researchers have mainly explored the energy demand reduction and electricity production when installing photov...

A well-integrated shading device has a greater positive impact on school building than any other sustainable building strategies. The present research aims to propose and evaluate several architectural shading devices that can be integrated into educational building designs in daylight-illuminated classrooms lit from a single side in semi-arid clim...

A well-integrated shading device has a greater positive impact on school building than any other sustainable building strategies. The present research aims to propose and evaluate several architectural shading devices that can be integrated into educational building designs in daylight-illuminated classrooms lit from a single side in semi-arid clim...

The conceptual design stage often involves a compound set of objectives and constraints such as abstract notions of function and aesthetic, performance, project requirements, site constraints, and construction costs. To respond to these complexities, a number of design instances and alternatives need to be developed and assessed against predefined...