Self-shadowing teaching strategies in complex geometry of architecture

The study aims to investigate how complex architectural geometries influence solar incidence and self- shading, using biomimetics as a reference for thermal optimization. The research compares the roof of the Los Manantiales Restaurant, by Félix Candela, composed of hyperbolic paraboloids, with surfaces generated from catenoids and Enneper, both minimal surfaces, which have high structural performance. The methodology involves parametric modeling, thermal simulation and shading analysis with the Ladybug plugin. The results indicate that the catenoid surface has a greater potential for self-shading, while the Enneper surface receives greater solar incidence. These findings contribute to design strategies aimed at energy efficiency.