Framework for the Report
Cover Page
Project Title
Course Name (BPS5112 - Green Building Integration and
Evaluation Studio)
Academic Year: 2024-2025, Semester II
Group Members' Names and Student IDs
Date of Submission
Declaration of AI Usage
(As per project requirements)
AI tools used (e.g., ChatGPT, EnergyPlus AI tools, CFD
simulation tools)
Purpose of usage (e.g., generating text, analyzing data,
creating visuals)
Justification for AI use
1. Executive Summary
Brief overview of the project
Key design objectives and sustainability goals
Summary of results and findings
2. Introduction
Project Background: Explanation of the mixed-use district in
Buona Vista
Project Scope & Objectives:
o Designing a sustainable mixed-use development
o Integrating passive and active strategies for energy
efficiency
o Achieving Super Low Energy (SLE) certification
o Ensuring thermal comfort through CFD simulations
and environmental modeling
Regulatory Compliance:
o Singapore Green Building Masterplan (SGBMP)
o BCA Green Mark 2021 criteria
o Energy efficiency benchmarks (compared to 2005
codes)
3. Site Analysis & Climate
Considerations
Site Context (Buona Vista, Singapore)
Surrounding Infrastructure (Star Vista Mall, MRT, adjacent
buildings)
Bioclimatic Analysis
o Temperature, humidity, wind patterns
o Rainfall and sun path analysis
Solar & Wind Analysis
o Sun Path Diagram & Radiation Mapping (impact on
façade shading strategies)
o Wind Flow Assessment (natural ventilation potential)
4. Concept Design & Massing Strategies
(Stage 1)
Building Zoning & Function Distribution
o 40% Offices, 20% Retail/F&B, 40% Educational &
Childcare Centre
Passive Design Strategies
o 20% Cooling Load Reduction using passive methods
o Orientation & shading elements
o Floor plate design for daylighting & ventilation
Energy End-Use Breakdown
o Initial estimation of energy consumption
Sustainability Benchmarks & Case Studies
o Relevant Green Building examples
Performance Targets
o Thermal comfort, daylight levels, ventilation rates,
acoustic performance
5. Design Evaluation & Environmental
Simulations (Stage 2)
5.1 Architectural Plans & 3D Models
Site Plan
Floor Plans (Ground floor, typical office, retail, childcare
centre)
Roof Plan
3D Digital Model for simulations
5.2 Ventilation & Thermal Comfort Analysis
CFD Simulations for Naturally Ventilated Spaces
o Airflow distribution, pressure differentials, thermal
mapping
Hybrid & Mechanical Ventilation Analysis
o Zone-wise cooling load estimates
o Indoor air quality considerations
5.3 Daylighting & Glare Control
Daylight Factor Analysis
o Window-to-wall ratio (WWR) optimization
o Impact of façade shading elements
Glare & Visual Comfort Studies
o Use of light shelves & automated shading
5.4 Energy Performance & Load Reduction
Energy Modelling & Annual Demand Estimates
o Simulation of active systems (HVAC, lighting,
renewables)
Renewable Energy Integration
o PV panel placement and efficiency
o Net-zero energy potential assessment
Super Low Energy (SLE) Compliance Validation
6. Final Design & Performance
Optimization (Stage 3)
Finalized Architectural Drawings
o Rendered perspectives
o Updated floor plans
Energy Modelling Final Results
o % Energy savings achieved
o Green Mark Scorecard Evaluation
CFD & Daylighting Final Reports
o Performance summary
o Adjustments made based on simulations
Sustainability Strategy Summary
o Passive & active design synergy
o Future improvements & scalability
7. Discussion & Conclusion
Key Findings & Design Impact
o Achieved vs. Target Performance Metrics
o Challenges & Limitations
Future Recommendations
o Smart building integration
o Advanced renewable solutions
8. References
List of academic papers, Green Mark guidelines, BCA
regulations, software tools used
9. Appendices
Raw data from simulations
Supplementary graphs, tables, and visuals