Research Article

Thermal Comfort Examination of the Staircase as a Transitional Space

Volume: 9 Number: 3 December 31, 2024
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Thermal Comfort Examination of the Staircase as a Transitional Space

Abstract

Transitional spaces, such as staircases, often present challenges for building designers in achieving optimal thermal comfort. The lack of established guidelines and predictive methods for these environments necessitates further research. This study aims to evaluate the impact of staircase design on thermal comfort and user experiences in transitional spaces. A field study was conducted in Arris, Algeria, involving 144 participants. Participants completed questionnaires assessing thermal sensation, comfort, preference, and acceptability. Additionally, physical measurements were taken at various points along the staircases to determine operative temperatures. Four case study buildings were selected for investigation during both winter and summer. In winter, reducing the opening percentage from 88% to 19% decreased step temperatures. However, further reductions to 11% led to increased step temperatures due to decreased sunlight. Reducing the opening to 5% reduced wind effects while treating the façade with glass allowed for increased sunlight penetration. Step temperatures generally remained acceptable in summer, with opening percentages between 88% and 11%. However, Building 4 with a 5% opening and a glass façade, experienced increased step temperatures due to enhanced sunlight exposure. This study demonstrates the significant impact of staircase design on thermal comfort and user experience in transitional spaces. The findings highlight the importance of considering factors such as opening percentages, façade treatments, and seasonal variations when designing these areas. By incorporating these insights, architects and engineers can create more thermally comfortable and user-friendly buildings, promoting the well-being of occupants.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Materials and Technology in Architecture, Sustainable Architecture, Architecture (Other)

Journal Section

Research Article

Publication Date

December 31, 2024

Submission Date

January 3, 2024

Acceptance Date

October 26, 2024

Published in Issue

Year 2024 Volume: 9 Number: 3

APA
Hassina, B., & Samıra, L. E. B. (2024). Thermal Comfort Examination of the Staircase as a Transitional Space. Mimarlık Ve Yaşam, 9(3), 571-596. https://doi.org/10.26835/my.1414078
AMA
1.Hassina B, Samıra LEB. Thermal Comfort Examination of the Staircase as a Transitional Space. MY. 2024;9(3):571-596. doi:10.26835/my.1414078
Chicago
Hassina, Benkouda, and Louafı Ep Bellara Samıra. 2024. “Thermal Comfort Examination of the Staircase As a Transitional Space”. Mimarlık Ve Yaşam 9 (3): 571-96. https://doi.org/10.26835/my.1414078.
EndNote
Hassina B, Samıra LEB (December 1, 2024) Thermal Comfort Examination of the Staircase as a Transitional Space. Mimarlık ve Yaşam 9 3 571–596.
IEEE
[1]B. Hassina and L. E. B. Samıra, “Thermal Comfort Examination of the Staircase as a Transitional Space”, MY, vol. 9, no. 3, pp. 571–596, Dec. 2024, doi: 10.26835/my.1414078.
ISNAD
Hassina, Benkouda - Samıra, Louafı Ep Bellara. “Thermal Comfort Examination of the Staircase As a Transitional Space”. Mimarlık ve Yaşam 9/3 (December 1, 2024): 571-596. https://doi.org/10.26835/my.1414078.
JAMA
1.Hassina B, Samıra LEB. Thermal Comfort Examination of the Staircase as a Transitional Space. MY. 2024;9:571–596.
MLA
Hassina, Benkouda, and Louafı Ep Bellara Samıra. “Thermal Comfort Examination of the Staircase As a Transitional Space”. Mimarlık Ve Yaşam, vol. 9, no. 3, Dec. 2024, pp. 571-96, doi:10.26835/my.1414078.
Vancouver
1.Benkouda Hassina, Louafı Ep Bellara Samıra. Thermal Comfort Examination of the Staircase as a Transitional Space. MY. 2024 Dec. 1;9(3):571-96. doi:10.26835/my.1414078