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 Churches and other religious facilities have an array of design issues which need to be considered for their built environment, often including: recreational and sports facilities, residential buildings, libraries, and offices. RWDI has studied entire church areas, as well as, individual buildings to assist designers with such diverse issues as exhaust gas dispersion, wind and snow effects on people and buildings, ventilation, and noise.
Pedestrian ComfortThe design of religious buildings can influence local wind activity, thereby impacting safety and comfort of outdoor activity areas. Wind breaks, screens, landscaping and minor modifications to buildings can improve wind conditions.
Cladding/Structural LoadsRoofs and walls of major buildings require accurate information for the design of structural and curtain-wall systems.
Exhaust Gas DispersionExhaust from sources including, diesel generators, cooling towers, boilers, and kitchens may be entrained into fresh air intakes. This exhaust can result in both health and odor impacts.
Internal VentilationIndoor air quality is affected by both the amount of ventilation and (equally important), the distribution of ventilation air. Correct aerodynamic design can promote proper distribution.
Noise / Acoustics / VibrationSound levels from HVAC equipment may be high, causing annoyance to staff and/or neighbors. Buildings close to transportation or industrial noise sources may suffer from high sound levels. Interior partitions may not provide adequate privacy. Conference rooms, auditoriums, cafeterias, etc. may have poor acoustical conditions.
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