Jenny von Platten
Postdoktor
Impact of high residential density on the building technology, HVAC systems, and indoor environment in Swedish apartments
Author
Summary, in English
During the last few years, there has been an increased number of overcrowded apartments, due to increased migration but also housing shortage in general, particularly in the suburbs to major cities. The question is how the indoor environment in these apartments is affected by the high number of persons and how the problems related to high residential density can be overcome. This paper aims to specify the problem by investigating and analysing the technical parameters influenced by residential density in Swedish apartments built between 1965-1974. To map the situation, 11 interviews with employees at housing companies were conducted. Based on extreme conditions described in the interviews, simulations of the indoor climate and moisture risks at some vulnerable parts of constructions were made. Simulations were focused on moisture loads and CO2 concentrations as functions of residential density and ventilation rate. Finally, measures to combat problems associated to overcrowding are suggested. The aim is that the results should be used by authorities to formulate incentives and/or recommendations for housing companies to take actions to ensure a good indoor environment for all, irrespective of residential density conditions.
Department/s
- Division of Building Physics
- Division of Building Services
Publishing year
2020
Language
English
Publication/Series
E3S Web of Conferences
Volume
172
Document type
Conference paper
Topic
- Environmental Analysis and Construction Information Technology
Conference name
12th Nordic Symposium on Building Physics, NSB 2020
Conference date
2020-09-06 - 2020-09-09
Conference place
Tallinn, Estonia
Status
Published
ISBN/ISSN/Other
- ISSN: 2555-0403