Research, Innovation and Sustainable Solutions

A303 · Levezető elnök: Dr. Baranyai Bálint, egyetemi docens, PTE-MIK Épületszerkezetek-Energiadesign Tanszék

13:00 – 13:15

Energy Design research Group

Dr. Baranyai Bálint Associate Professor · UP FEIT (PTE MIK), Department of Building Structures and Energy Design

Introduction to the Energy Design Research Group – Research – Design – Education

Dr. Bálint Baranyai Ph.D. 

Simulation Supported Sustainable Architectural Design

What are the main building design goals?

How to find balance between Comfort – Energy – Environment

What are the most important Comfort factors – Thermal – Visual – Air quality

What can the Psychometric graph be used for?

What are the Sustainable Development Goals proposed by UNESCO?

How can the simulation tools support the entire design procedure during different design phases?

- How to achieve Energy efficiency parallel with proper Indoor comfort

- Daylight and illumination in indoor spaces

- How to save energy by finding the optimal layout

- Heavy or lightweight structures - 

utilizing the inbuilt thermal mass of a structure

- How to achieve proper outdoor comfort – how to avoid overheating in cities

Research, education, and practical application

• Simulation-based design support and research

• Optimization of energy, thermal comfort, and visual comfort

illustrated through an international competition entry

(House of the Future, Dubai)

• Collaboration and product Development Agro PV project)

Finding the balance between illumination and energy production - Optimization

13:15 – 13:30

Urban Resilience: How can our cities be more livable?

Dr. Ali Modar Senior Lecturer · PTE MIK, Department of Building Structures and Energy Design

The presentation explores the challenges of urban growth in the context of the changing climate. It presents possible solutions for cities to be more resilient and livable.

13:30 – 13:45

Történeti szerkezetek megőrzése kisléptékű műemléki átalakítások során

Dr. Kovács Péter Senior Lecturer · PTE MIK Department of Building Structures and Energy Design

The reuse of built heritage requires many decisions on the value, preservation, adaptation and presentation of historic structures. Amidst popular and professional debate, what are the principles that may guide the designer through the challenges that occur during planning and execution? The talk aims to reflect on this debate and the legal and professional framework of heritage preservation through the example of several small-scale adaptive reuse projects in Hungary.

13:45 – 14:00

Gondolkozz egyszer, tervezz végtelenszer - Parametrikus tervezés alkalmazása az építészetben

Dr. Paári Péter Senior Lecturer · PTE MIK Department of Building Structures and Energy Design

Parametric modelling is one of the most influential design methods in contemporary architecture, creating new possibilities for the creation, shaping and optimization of architectural forms. Parametric design thinking can also lead to a re-evaluation of fundamental modelling and design processes. The method is based on defining geometric elements, design parameters and the relationships between them, enabling flexible, dynamic modification of the design. A well-structured ‘design code’ can greatly facilitate the creation of different versions during the design process. The parametric approach plays a particularly significant role in the development of complex, irregular or free-form architectural geometries. Surfaces with multiple curves, complex spatial structures and unique façade systems – which are difficult to handle using traditional design methods – can be created and analysed with the aid of mathematical relationships and algorithms. The method also facilitates the rapid generation and comparison of different geometric variants, as well as their further development in line with design considerations.

14:00 – 14:15

Trendy home / Organic materials

Dr. Kokas Balázs Senior Lecturer · PTE MIK Department of Building Structures and Energy Design

The presentation explores the paradigm shift toward sustainable, healthy, and unique residential architecture through the integration of local, natural building materials. Addressing the significant environmental impact of the construction industry - where manufacturing and operations contribute heavily to global CO2 emissions - the study advocates for Life Cycle Design and Cradle-to-Cradle principles to achieve true carbon neutrality. Furthermore, it addresses contemporary indoor health challenges such as Sick Building Syndrome caused by synthetic volatile organic compounds (VOCs).

To overcome the architectural and durability stereotypes of traditional and organic structures, the presentation highlights modern, industrialized alternatives. It showcases innovative solutions including glue-free timber constructions, advanced earth building methods, as well as industrialized hemp- and straw-based systems. Ultimately, the study aligns these materials with the principles of biophilic design to enhance human psychological well-being and indoor environmental comfort.

14:15 – 14:30

CFD-Based Assessment of Integrated Solar Panels on Natural Ventilation in Large-Scale Greenhouses

Dr. Katona Ádám Senior Lecturer · PTE MIK, Department of Building Structures and Energy Design

14:30 – 14:45

Sustainable, Self-Cooling Evaporative Climate-Facade Utilizing Capillary Absorption

Ribányi Soma József Phd student · PTE MIK Department of Building Structures and Energy Design

Due to climate change and heatwaves, the high energy demand of mechanical air-conditioning is unsustainable in the long term. This research investigates a passive, self-operating climate façade utilizing the principle of evaporative cooling. The system employs a water-saturated outer membrane surface where water is supplied via capillary action. Evaporation extracts heat from the surface, thereby reducing the building's thermal load without requiring external energy sources or electronic control. The present paper reviews existing research by analyzing evaporative cooling performance, and identifying cladding materials with optimal water absorption properties.

14:45 – 15:00

Urban Morphology and Pedestrian-Level Wind Conditions in Tropical Cities: The Role of Building Coverage Ratio, Street Canyon Aspect Ratio, and Street Orientation in the Urban Areas of Davao City, Philippines

Bustillo Nurvin Zary Phd student · PTE MIK Department of Building Structures and Energy Design

Pedestrian-level airflow is important in tropical urban design because air movement can support outdoor cooling. However, relationships between urban morphology and wind conditions are context-dependent, and evidence from idealised building configurations may not adequately explain airflow in irregular urban environments. This proposed study aims to compare pedestrian-level wind conditions across selected street segments in Davao City, Philippines, and explore how observed patterns relate to building coverage ratio, street canyon aspect ratio, and street orientation relative to approaching winds. Three-dimensional urban models will support CFD simulations under five approaching-wind scenarios informed by local meteorological records. Anticipated outputs include comparative airflow maps and preliminary evidence on morphology-related wind patterns. Findings will inform ventilation-conscious urban planning and design in Davao City while remaining limited to simulated airflow performance rather than directly establishing thermal comfort or human responses.

Dr. Baranyai Bálint Associate Professor · UP FEIT (PTE MIK), Department of Building Structures and Energy Design

Dr. Ali Modar Senior Lecturer · PTE MIK, Department of Building Structures and Energy Design

Dr. Kovács Péter Senior Lecturer · PTE MIK Department of Building Structures and Energy Design

Dr. Paári Péter Senior Lecturer · PTE MIK Department of Building Structures and Energy Design

Dr. Kokas Balázs Senior Lecturer · PTE MIK Department of Building Structures and Energy Design

Dr. Katona Ádám Senior Lecturer · PTE MIK, Department of Building Structures and Energy Design

Ribányi Soma József Phd student · PTE MIK Department of Building Structures and Energy Design

Bustillo Nurvin Zary Phd student · PTE MIK Department of Building Structures and Energy Design

• 2026-11-12, PÉCS, PTE MIK, Boszorkány út 2.