| Title |
Examining Heat Wave Vulnerabilities in Residential Building Features |
| Authors |
최승훈(Choi, Seung Hun) ; 함희정(Ham, Hee Jung) ; 이승수(Lee, Sungsu) ; 김호정(Kim, Ho-Jeong) |
| DOI |
https://doi.org/10.5659/JAIK.2024.40.1.213 |
| Keywords |
Heat Wave Disaster; Residential Building; Indoor Thermal Environment; Vulnerability; Insulation |
| Abstract |
This study examines residential building characteristics vulnerable to ongoing heat waves in South Korea. Target areas, based on building
climate zones, were selected, and temperature data for these areas were collected. The analysis evaluated factors like building type,
construction year, and climate zone's impact on indoor temperatures during heat wave alerts between June and August 2022. Findings indicate
detached houses or non-apartments and older buildings are more susceptible, with increased vulnerability in hotter climate zones. This study
also explores temperature control ability, building orientation, and window size, revealing a correlation between higher-income residents and
lower indoor temperatures. Additionally, buildings facing south and east show susceptibility. This research suggests risks of heat-related
illnesses extend beyond outdoor environments to indoor settings. Emphasizing region-specific insulation designs for buildings becomes crucial
as insulation strategies for winter may intensify heat-related issues during summer heat waves. |