The project in five facts.
Challenge, approach and results.
The purpose of the diploma thesis is to investigate the impact of architectural and technological solutions, particularly the installation of a heat pump with a ground collector, on the energy efficiency and sustainable design of a single-family house. The aim of the research is to develop a comprehensive approach to design that enables improvement of the building's energy efficiency whilst simultaneously reducing its carbon footprint. It is anticipated that the use of a heat pump with a ground collector will reduce the house's carbon footprint by approximately 10% compared to a biomass heating system. It is estimated that optimal spatial arrangement will contribute to an improvement in energy efficiency of approximately 10%. In addition, particular emphasis will be placed on the spatial requirements for installing the ground collector and its impacts on the landscape design of the plot.
Problem
The purpose of the diploma thesis is to investigate the impact of architectural and technological solutions, particularly the installation of a heat pump with a ground collector, on the energy efficiency and sustainable design of a single-family house. The aim of the research is to develop a comprehensive approach to design that enables improvement of the building's energy efficiency whilst simultaneously reducing its carbon footprint. The work focuses on the connection between technical aspects of heating systems, spatial constraints, and impacts on landscape design.
The research will also examine the role of artificial intelligence and modern technologies in optimising energy systems and building management. The central objective of the thesis is to analyse the advantages and disadvantages of using a heat pump with a ground collector compared to traditional heating systems, such as a biomass heating system, and to assess its impact on reducing carbon footprint.
Solution and Method
It is anticipated that the use of a heat pump with a ground collector will reduce the house's carbon footprint by approximately 10% compared to a biomass heating system. The research will also examine how optimal functional spatial arrangement, which utilises natural lighting and ventilation, affects the building's energy efficiency by reducing the need for artificial lighting and mechanical ventilation.
Results
It is estimated that optimal spatial arrangement will contribute to an improvement in energy efficiency of approximately 10%. In addition, particular emphasis will be placed on the spatial requirements for installing the ground collector and its impacts on the landscape design of the plot. The installation of the ground collector will affect the possibilities for planting larger vegetation, as sufficient space must be ensured for the proper functioning of the collector without interference caused by plant root systems.
The research will also address the potential use of artificial intelligence and new technologies for optimising house management. With the help of these technologies, it will be possible to model energy consumption more accurately and utilise energy sources more efficiently in the single-family house. The aim of the research is to contribute to a better understanding of sustainable practices in modern construction and to the search for effective solutions for increasing the energy efficiency of residential buildings.
By taking into account technical, spatial, and technological aspects, the thesis will contribute to the development of more sustainable and energy-efficient solutions for modern residential buildings.
Module, programme and stories.
Your diploma project for a real company.
A diploma thesis at Academia solves a challenge from a company – often the one where you do your 800 hours of placement. Read about the Gradbeništvo module or book a consultation.