[Bldg-sim] equest zoning approaches

[Martin Roy ing. LEED AP]

Hi Chris,

We always use scenario 1,

Martin
At 13:47 22/06/2011, Chris Jones wrote:
>I am wondering how the typical equest model is zoned.  Two scenarios:
>
>1.  Create a zoning diagram combining like 
>spaces on perimeters and like spaces in 
>interiors based on the HVAC type and 
>distribution.  Combine storage rooms with 
>exhaust only with adjacent space where the 
>transfer air comes from, etc.  Plunk this zoning diagram into equest.
>
>2.  Plunk the architectural drawing into equest 
>and every space becomes an equest space - every 
>closet, elevator/duct shaft, office, small 
>interior meeting room, janitor closets - all a space in equest.
>
>I had always assumed that the scenario 1 would 
>be used.  I am now finding (by way of reviewing 
>LEED submissions) that many people use scenario 
>2.  It seems very inefficient to me and 
>certainly increases the cost of doing a review.
>
>What is typical?
>
>
>
>Chris Jones
>14 Oneida Avenue
>Toronto, ON M5J 2E3.
>Tel.  416-203-7465
>Fax. 416-946-1005
>
>
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