Jake Read
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About
Jake Read is a researcher whose work sits at the intersection of building science, thermodynamics, and ecological design. His primary research areas include low-energy cooling systems, radiant heat transfer, and passive building envelopes. Read’s major contribution is the development of the Thermoheliodome, an experimental pavilion that reimagines cooling without conventional air conditioning. This project, which has garnered 35 citations, demonstrates two key innovations: the use of indirect evaporative cooling via an external cooling tower, and the geometric reflection of radiant cooling to maintain comfortable indoor temperatures without conditioning the air itself. By decoupling sensible and latent cooling loads, Read’s work challenges energy-intensive HVAC paradigms and offers a scalable, low-carbon alternative for climate-responsive architecture. His research is notable for its hands-on, built-form approach—merging physical prototyping with thermal modeling to test real-world performance. For students and researchers interested in net-zero buildings, passive systems, or biomimetic climate control, Read’s work provides a compelling case study in how ancient principles of evaporative and radiant cooling can be re-engineered for contemporary design. His contributions are especially relevant as the building sector seeks to decarbonize while adapting to rising global temperatures.
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