[BLDG-SIM] Energy Modeling Software Recommendations for Architects

[Robert Des Rosiers]

All:

Of course there are many software options for building performance modeling.
As an architecture studio we are concerned more w/ developing form,
assemblies, daylighting models, water use, etc. to develop good building
practice and are less interested in getting overwhelmed by all the data
required by software like eQuest.  I noticed that the DOE is developing an
EnergyPlus plug-in for SketchUp which sounds promising.

 

What software is recommended for developing a simple but useful in-house
design tool for schematic building performance modeling?  Something that
allows us to modify and evaluate the effects of building orientation, form,
fenestrations as well as insulation values, mechanical systems, lighting,
etc.  Preferably something that simulates performance from a 3D model (like
SKP) not infinite fields of data inputs (like eQuest).

 

Any help is greatly appreciated. Thanks!

 

Robert Des Rosiers, LEED AP

 

STUDIO MA Architecture & Environmental Design

www.studioma.com

desrosiers at studioma.com

602 251 3800  fax 251 3100

 



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