New HVAC System in Restoration of Historic Buildings

摘要

Historic buildings need to improve their existing energy efficiency by installing a climate control system with humidification and dehumidification capabilities. However, the successful integration of new heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems in historic buildings can be challenging where in many cases, applying modern standards of interior climate comfort to historic buildings can result in both visual and physical damage to historic materials and decorative finishes. Since occupant comfort within the building are sometimes given greater consideration than the building itself, there is a need to adapt the modern HVAC systems in historic buildings. This paper describe a systematic approach, involving a new climate control system design, which can ensure that new system is successfully added while preserving the historic integrity of the building.