DEVELOPMENT OF SIMEC-OPT FRAMEWORK FOR OPTIMIZING GLAZING PARAMETERS ENHANCING RESIDENTIAL BUILDING THERMAL COMFORT AND ENERGY PERFORMANCE

While glazed buildings have become a symbol of modern construction with their aesthetic appeal, there is a lack of research specifically focusing on the influence of glazing parameters on energy consumption and occupant comfort in residential buildings, especially in tropical climate zones. The study is focused on developing a simulationbased framework for optimizing the glazing parameters of multi-storied residential buildings in Indian climate zones to enhance thermal comfort and energy performance using a baseline model in Mumbai, India. Optimal configurations, identified through the study, suggest potential improvements of up to 30% in energy efficiency and 8% in thermal comfort compared to a baseline design considered in the study. The findings aim to inform architects, builders, and policymakers about tailored glazing configurations in various Indian climates.