Adequação bioclimática: avaliação das condições de uma edificação para equinos e proposta de melhorias visando o bem-estar animal

Abstract

This research aims to explore the bioclimatic architecture for rural equine buildings in a stud farm located in the region of Terra Roxa - PR. The proposal aims to evaluate the best interior design solution, considering the well-being and development of the equines. For satisfactory performance of the equine well-being, the conditions of thermal comfort, especially light comfort, will be taken into consideration. The study was developed using software such as Sketchup and Revit for interior modeling, and DiaLux for the lighting study. The data from the developed projects will be analyzed in the Energy Plus software to determine the energy efficiency of the equine facilities. The main results found allowed us to conclude that the thermal comfort parameters are inadequate for the comfort of the equines and the proposed architectural readjustment can significantly improve the thermal comfort conditions for the animals and reduce electricity consumption by up to 24%, with the proposed bioclimatic solutions.