Window Setback

ecoeficiente.es · Posts: 16 Location: Spain

Is there a way to specify in DesignBuilder the setback for a window?
I can see in the Visualisation Module it seems as if windows were half way the thickness of the wall.

I am studying the possible use of DesignBuilder for Spanish regulations and one of the requirements demanded for an "Alternative Program" to the oficial (among others) is to specify (or take into account) the windows setback.

Thanks.

Andy Tindale · Posts: 1196 Location: Stroud

I think that you are referring to the Outside Reveal depth in EnergyPlus terminology. In DesignBuilder version 1.1 and earlier, all inside and outside reveal depths are set to zero, but clearly it would be best to have some control over this and I will add this request to the Development Request List. In the meantime it should be possible to model this using side fins and overhangs in Local shading devices. There is information on how to do this in the online help.

Thank you for your input.

Regards
Andy

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