Research Project Overview:

This research project investigated energy efficient retrofits of multi-family residential buildings within the Salt Lake region. Specifically, the project focused on an existing residential complex in Murray, built in 1960’s, and retrofitting of building systems and facades for eight units within this development. The overall goal was to investigate how modular design/construction and automation can be used in retrofit projects, from data capture of existing conditions, modeling, and documentation development to prefabrication of modular facade assemblies and building systems components for heating and cooling.

Partners:

FunForm and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory

Publications:

Aksamija, A., Udaipurwala F., and Knapp, M., (2025). “Energy Efficiency Retrofit of a Multifamily Residential Complex in Utah”, Proceedings of the Architectural Research Centers Consortium (ARCC) 2025 International Conference, University of Maryland and Howard University, MD and Washington, DC, April 2 to 5.