This paper is a synopsis of the results of a research on form of wind towers. Wind tower is an architectural element in traditional architecture of Iran. It can be seen in cities with hot-dry and hot-humid climates. This analysis demonstrates wind towers' characteristics with emphasis on their morphology.
Wind tower a natural cooling system in Iranian traditional architecture

Year:
2005
Bibliographic info:
Passive and Low Energy Cooling for the Built Environment, May 2005, Santorini Greece