Potential design parameters for enhancing thermal comfort in tropical terrace house: a case study in Kuala Lumpur

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Potential design parameters for enhancing thermal comfort in tropical terrace house: a case study in Kuala Lumpur

Thermal comfort conditions in residential buildings vary according to the designs, modifications of the house and adaptation of the occupants. While air-conditioning is the most popular form of adaptation, natural ventilation is still relied upon for some parts. This study investigates thermal co...

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Main Authors:	Sadafi, Nasibeh, Salleh, Elias, Lim, Chin Haw, Jaafar, Mohd Fakri Zaky
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Faculty of Design & Architecture, Universiti Putra Malaysia 2007
Online Access:	http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/2471/ http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/2471/1/2-Nasibeh_PDF.pdf

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