Virtual Modeling

Just as the outdoor enthalpy was obtained, the enthalpy value for the interior of each model was determined by calculating the indoor temperature and the indoor humidity level for each one of the corresponding ten locations.

Virtual reconstruction of each model by means of DesignBuilder v6.1.2.005 (DesignBuilder Software Ltd, Stroud, UK) (Figure 2) was carried out with the aim of obtaining its indoor conditions (temperature and humidity level) in each location. Occupancy has not been taken into account, so 0 persons per square meter is the value determined for the eight dwellings.

**Figure 2.** Virtual models developed by means of DesignBuilder v.6.0. Left group, first row, from left to right: tipi, wigwam, hogan and grass house. Left group, second row, from left to right: earthlodge, plank house and longhouse. Right group, upper part: pueblo.

Morphology and Dimensions

The modeling work of the dwellings takes as basis a previous researching work, based on the documents referenced in the Introduction.

In Table 1 the main morphological information is presented.


