Field Observation from Building Physics Perspective Blog
Climate → Nature → Human → Culture → Architecture → Cityscape
Explore real-world observations through the lens of building physics.
From climate and nature to human behavior, culture, architecture, and cityscapes, discover how environmental conditions shape the performance, comfort, sustainability, and experience of the built environment.
Observe Historical Architecture Wat Arun Buddhist Temple Bangkok
Originally called Wat Makok, Budha Temple with Prang Height 82 meter were built during Ayutthaya Kingdom (1351-1767). Restored by King Thaksin and renamed to Wat Chaeng. King Rama IV renamed to Arunratchawararam Ratchaworamahavihara means Temple of Dawn.
Observe Historical Architecture Bangkok Cathedral Assumption
Bangkok Assumption Cathedral built by French Architect requested by Paskal a French Missionary year 1809 and finished 1821, while Thailand lead by King Rama II. Bangkok Assumption Cathedral was reconstructed 1909 - 1919 to French Romanesque Style Architecture. Inspired by the Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba Spain, this reconstruction work mostly funded by Jacob Low Kiok Chiang.
Observing Passive Design in Practice: Lessons from The Commons Thonglor, Bangkok
The Commons Mall in Bangkok is the sample of Passive Design Building in Tropical Climate. Passive Design Architecture is aim to minimise carbon footprint and energy use. Passive Design Architecture be achieved through using natural material, optimizing natural cooling from natural and mechanical ventilation and daylight optimization.
Architectural Lighting and Daylighting Design Tokyo Haneda Airport
Tokyo Haneda Airport. Integrating Daylighting from Skylight and High Windows through Double Glazing Thermal Insulation and Low Energy LED Lighting to create an Exciting Atmosphere and Reducing Carbon Footprint.
Cologne Cathedral: A Case Study in Gothic Design Ambition and Its Limits
Cologne Cathedral is a High Gothic five-aisled basilica (144.5 m long), with a projecting transept (86.25 m wide) and a tower façade (157.22 m high). The nave is 43.58 m high and the side-aisles 19.80 m. Begun in 1248, the building of this Gothic masterpiece took place in several stages and was not completed until 1880. Over seven centuries, its successive builders were inspired by the same faith and by a spirit of absolute fidelity to the original plans.
Lighting Design and Daylighting Design:Lessons from the Butterfly Roof of Changi Airport Terminal 3
The Butterfly Roof at Changi Airport Terminal 3 is one of the world's most innovative examples of Daylighting Design.
By integrating Architectural Lighting Design, Building Physics, Low-E glazing, Building Automation, and responsive daylight control, the terminal transforms natural sunlight into a high-performance environmental system that enhances visual comfort, thermal comfort, acoustic comfort, and energy efficiency.
This case study explores how intelligent daylighting strategies can inspire healthier, more sustainable, and human-centered architecture in tropical climates.
Experiencing Jose Carreras and Maria Luigia Borsi at Guangzhou Opera House
Jose Carreras at Guangzhou Opera House with Sopran Maria Luigia Borsi and Guangzhou Symphony Orchestra