We propose a knowledge-base which has been populated using data from a set of completed simulations of a base case building. By using experimental data rather than heuristics to populate the knowledge base, our system can consider highly specific goals and multiple sets of goals for the same design, which can differ based on the daily time period(s), season(s), or zone(s) of interest within a space. The proposed knowledge base will also include quantitative rather than qualitative data,
allowing for more logical and accurate comparisons of multiple design options.