hittevrije
Hittevrije is a Dutch term used to describe design, planning, and policy approaches aimed at preventing overheating in buildings and urban environments during hot weather. It covers methods from architectural design to city planning that keep interiors cool with minimal energy use, making it a key concept in climate-adaptive building.
Historically linked to concerns about heat waves in the Netherlands and broader Northwest Europe, hittevrije practices
Core strategies include building orientation and massing that promote natural ventilation and shading, the use of
Assessment of hittevrije performance typically looks at overheating risk and indoor operative temperatures during peak heat
Related concepts include passive house principles and climate-resilient design. Hittevrije is not a rigid standard, but