PAD lab studio design by elias ghaoui
Shaping buildings that perform efficiently by design
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Our role is to bring technical rigor to architectural intent, placing sustainability at the core of every project while integrating energy efficiency, performance and comfort at every stage. We transform sustainable ambitions into measurable performance, shaping resilient architecture for the future.

Projects

Services

Solar Studies
Harness the sun to improve building performance.

We shape how sunlight interacts with your building, maximizing it where it adds value and controlling it where it causes overheating or glare. Through sun path, solar radiation, and daylight analysis, we help you design spaces that stay comfortable, naturally lit, and energy-efficient across every season.

Thermal Studies
Design for comfort, efficiency, and resilience.

Dynamic thermal simulations let us test how your building will actually perform year-round before it's built. We identify overheating risks, reduce energy demand, and compare design alternatives early, so every decision is backed by data rather than assumption.

Renovation & Envelope Design
Unlock the potential of existing or new buildings.

We turn ageing buildings into high-performing ones, with envelope strategies engineered to stay thermally efficient across seasons and conditions, from cold winters to extreme heat. Our renovation and façade solutions cut energy use and carbon footprint while respecting the building's architectural identity, ensuring every intervention adds lasting, climate-resilient value.

Parametric Facade Design
Intelligent facades driven by performance.

We merge computational design with environmental analysis to create façades that respond dynamically to sunlight, climate, and building use. The outcome: architecture that doesn't just look striking, but performs, balancing aesthetics, comfort, and energy efficiency by design.

CFD Wind Studies
Create healthier, more comfortable outdoor environments.

Using Computational Fluid Dynamics, we model how wind moves through and around buildings and urban spaces. The results guide decisions on natural ventilation and pedestrian comfort, giving architects and urban planners the evidence they need to design with confidence.

Complementary Studies

Alongside our core services, we also offer a range of complementary studies to support more detailed design and compliance needs, including heating system sizing, cooling load calculations, and carbon footprint consulting. These studies can be carried out independently or integrated into a broader performance strategy, giving you the technical depth needed at any stage of the project.