This thesis investigates the existing annual climate-based daylight simulation methodologies for providing time-series luminance distribution data that can be utilized for occupant visual comfort analysis. The motivation is stemmed from an imminent change in lighting research and practice that incorporates more luminance based ...

The thesis investigates design solutions for an adaptive shading system in high-rise office buildings. High density of occupants, variation in comfort levels corresponding with different activity types and individuals' preferences, diverse occupation schedules and maximized exposure to outside environment relative to construction ...