Building Climatology
An interactive journey through B. Givoni's climate-responsive design lectures from UCLA AUP 442
What You'll Learn
Ventilation Physics
Stack effect, wind-driven flows, pressure distribution around buildings
Climate Zones
Arctic to tropical — how climate shapes architecture worldwide
Passive Solar
Direct gain, Trombe walls, sunspaces, and thermosiphon systems
Design Tools
Psychrometric charts, bioclimatic timetables, and SOLAR-5 simulation
10 Interactive Modules
From ventilation fundamentals to passive solar design — each module features animations, interactive diagrams, and reflection prompts.
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