Although the courtyards are considered as an efficient solution to improve thermal comfort and reduce energy consumption by regulating the microclimate , , they are facing enormous challenges in meeting the increasing comfort demands of the occupants , , .
Che, Cao, Shi and Yu found that the air temperature in the courtyard in winter can be increased by 20% with the top closed skylight, and in the summer, the skylight can be opened to reduce the average temperature by 1.2 ℃.
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The integration of the courtyard with the wind tower greatly improves the EE of the building. Trees play an important role in regulating the thermal effect of courtyards. The water feature can modulate the thermal performance of the courtyard. Shading in summer is essential for improving the EE of courtyard buildings.
Open courtyards can regulate the microclimate to a certain extent, but this ability is very limited . CBRT can transform the courtyard into a greenhouse space, making its temperature higher than that of an open courtyard ( Fig. 9) .
Courtyard buildings are undergoing a spontaneous evolution, characterized by courtyards being roofed (CBR). The CBR phenomenon is diverse and has a positive effect on the energy efficiency of existing buildings. By harvesting solar energy and storing heat, CBR can reduce heat dissipation and shorten the heating period.
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