Quantifying the Energy Performance of Biomimetic Façade Systems in Hot–Arid Residential Buildings: A Libyan Case Study
Cooling demand in hot–arid regions motivates façades that regulate solar gain and airflow. This study quantifies biomimetic façade strategies for a Tripoli residence using DesignBuilder/EnergyPlus. The surveyed single-storey Utility-Calibrated Existing Bungalow (UCEB) recorded 14,161.000 kWh over one utility interval v...