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Nordic Microclimate Response: A study on microclimate design and its impact on seasonal life in the coastal town of Åkrehamn, Norway

Spock, Sophia LU (2024) ASBM01 20241
Department of Architecture and Built Environment
Abstract
This project explores the way design can adapt existing local areas to be better suited to their changing climates. In doing so it analyzes the current and seasonal climate conditions of Scandinavian towns such as Åkrehamn, Norway. Using available sun, wind, and weather data, the design is evaluated with climate modeling software to help visualize the climate conditions that the thesis aims to work with. From this analysis, the project researches and develops strategies to help mitigate the impact of seasonal changes in the town microclimate. As the town continues to grow this adaptability is also a valuable aid for the town’s community driven centers and connections.

To do so, the project establishes a deployable toolbox of climate... (More)
This project explores the way design can adapt existing local areas to be better suited to their changing climates. In doing so it analyzes the current and seasonal climate conditions of Scandinavian towns such as Åkrehamn, Norway. Using available sun, wind, and weather data, the design is evaluated with climate modeling software to help visualize the climate conditions that the thesis aims to work with. From this analysis, the project researches and develops strategies to help mitigate the impact of seasonal changes in the town microclimate. As the town continues to grow this adaptability is also a valuable aid for the town’s community driven centers and connections.

To do so, the project establishes a deployable toolbox of climate strategies and intervention methods that will be placed on the site strategically based on the climate modeling findings. The interventions will have various performance scales, including large-scale building placements and smaller seasonal methods. Doing so allows for multiple levels of seasonal interactions as people move within and use the space throughout the year. By focusing on year round adaptability, my thesis explores how a town might further engage with its microclimate as it develops to create public spaces that remain pleasant and lasting overtime. (Less)
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author
Spock, Sophia LU
supervisor
organization
course
ASBM01 20241
year
type
H2 - Master's Degree (Two Years)
subject
keywords
Urban Design, Microclimate, SUDes
language
English
id
9154462
date added to LUP
2024-05-27 12:18:42
date last changed
2024-05-27 12:18:42
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  abstract     = {{This project explores the way design can adapt existing local areas to be better suited to their changing climates. In doing so it analyzes the current and seasonal climate conditions of Scandinavian towns such as Åkrehamn, Norway. Using available sun, wind, and weather data, the design is evaluated with climate modeling software to help visualize the climate conditions that the thesis aims to work with. From this analysis, the project researches and develops strategies to help mitigate the impact of seasonal changes in the town microclimate. As the town continues to grow this adaptability is also a valuable aid for the town’s community driven centers and connections. 

To do so, the project establishes a deployable toolbox of climate strategies and intervention methods that will be placed on the site strategically based on the climate modeling findings. The interventions will have various performance scales, including large-scale building placements and smaller seasonal methods. Doing so allows for multiple levels of seasonal interactions as people move within and use the space throughout the year. By focusing on year round adaptability, my thesis explores how a town might further engage with its microclimate as it develops to create public spaces that remain pleasant and lasting overtime.}},
  author       = {{Spock, Sophia}},
  language     = {{eng}},
  note         = {{Student Paper}},
  title        = {{Nordic Microclimate Response: A study on microclimate design and its impact on seasonal life in the coastal town of Åkrehamn, Norway}},
  year         = {{2024}},
}