Andrei Vladimir Lițiu

In this paper, the authors provide a general overview on the methodological framework behind the monitoring and evaluation strategies of Mobistyle project that are used as reference for the demonstration cases. The strategies identify parameters that need to be evaluated during several phases regarding the impact (energy, IEQ, health, behavioural patterns) and the strategy (effectiveness of the process) of the project, and how these parameters can be numerically evaluated. In particular, the… Show more

In this paper, the authors provide a general overview on the methodological framework behind the monitoring and evaluation strategies of Mobistyle project that are used as reference for the demonstration cases. The strategies identify parameters that need to be evaluated during several phases regarding the impact (energy, IEQ, health, behavioural patterns) and the strategy (effectiveness of the process) of the project, and how these parameters can be numerically evaluated. In particular, the paper focuses on the graphical visualization method for behavioural patterns analysis in relation to indoor environment quality and energy use. The proposed approach is illustrated based on measured data from one Mobistyle Project case study i.e. a hotel for long term stay located in Turin, Italy. Show less

Having in mind both the possibilities (e.g. automatic analysis of complex data to increase building performance and automation of difficult/dangerous/repetitive traditionally human tasks using machine learning/data mining/artificial intelligence and sensors) and challenges (e.g. regarding: privacy, security, safety), the main aim is developing an approach to structure the various commercial activities, for the time being in a non-comprehensive manner, related to the digital transformation of… Show more

Having in mind both the possibilities (e.g. automatic analysis of complex data to increase building performance and automation of difficult/dangerous/repetitive traditionally human tasks using machine learning/data mining/artificial intelligence and sensors) and challenges (e.g. regarding: privacy, security, safety), the main aim is developing an approach to structure the various commercial activities, for the time being in a non-comprehensive manner, related to the digital transformation of the built environment and assess the current state of technology in terms of products, services and solutions. Show less

This case study (duplex, Timișoara, România) illustrates the out-of-the-box capabilities
of smart home accessories, available today on the market, installed for controlling (also
remotely), automating and monitoring the operation of the heating, cooling, ventilation and
garden lighting systems, Indoor Environmental Quality (IEQ) too, through a mobile app
providing an integrated user-building interaction interface.

This guidebook aims to provide an overview on the different aspects of building automation, controls and technical building management and steer the direction to further in depth information on specific issues, thus increasing the readers' awareness and knowledge on this essential piece of the construction sector puzzle. It avoids reinventing the wheel and rather focuses on collecting and complementing existing resources on this topic in the attempt of offering a one-stop guide. The readers… Show more

This guidebook aims to provide an overview on the different aspects of building automation, controls and technical building management and steer the direction to further in depth information on specific issues, thus increasing the readers' awareness and knowledge on this essential piece of the construction sector puzzle. It avoids reinventing the wheel and rather focuses on collecting and complementing existing resources on this topic in the attempt of offering a one-stop guide. The readers will benefit of several compiled lists of standards and other relevant publications and as well a thorough terminology specific for building automation, controls and technical building management.

Among other aspects it captures the existing European product certification and system auditing schemes, the integrated system approach, EU's energy policy framework related to buildings, indoor environment quality, smart buildings and behaviour change related to energy use.

Although this guide can be very useful for several stakeholders (e.g. industry, designers, specifiers, system integrators, installers, building commissioners, facility managers, energy inspectors, energy auditors, students), being an introduction framework to the topic, it is most useful for those interested in fully grasping the 'why, how and what' of building automation, controls and technical building management.

It should be noted that this guidebook is not, nor is it meant to be, an absolutely comprehensive knowledge repository on the topic. Show less

The Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) is a big step in the right direction for improving the energy performance of EU’s building stock. However, as it looks today, it doesn’t grasp the cost-effective potential of building automation and controls. Furthermore, the results of the survey show Member States even fell short in effectively transposing and implementing the partial requirements and recommendations for building automation and controls currently comprised in EPBD.

Results of EU survey on Eurostat guidance note “The impact of Energy Performance Contracts on government accounts”[1] show that Eurostat rules on public debt and deficit have a negative impact on investments in energy efficiency in public sector in several EU Member States.

This book was created for building a bridge between the real estate community and the engineering community. It explains the challenges of property valuation based on real data and how the sustainability and HVAC-technology can have an impact on value. It also gathers the latest HVAC- and other technologies used in sustainable buildings and gives some real case study examples. But maybe the most important part in terms of improved communication between the owners and engineers is the list of… Show more

This book was created for building a bridge between the real estate community and the engineering community. It explains the challenges of property valuation based on real data and how the sustainability and HVAC-technology can have an impact on value. It also gathers the latest HVAC- and other technologies used in sustainable buildings and gives some real case study examples. But maybe the most important part in terms of improved communication between the owners and engineers is the list of questions to be asked during the life time of a building. It is impossible to give the right answers in this book, but we can raise some pertinent questions. As climates and cultures are different, as well as existing building types and energy production, the same solutions do not solve problems universally. But both the owners, architects and engineers around the world should ask each other relevant questions, share their experience, and learn together. This way buildings will become more sustainable in the future and all stakeholders will benefit from it. Show less