The protection and restoration of ancient pavilions, an important part of China’s cultural heritage, is essential. This article uses computational fluid dynamics to analyze the wind loads on single-eave and double-eave four-corner pavilions, with a focus on double-eave pavilions featuring elevated or enclosed second floors. Results indicate that the ridges and columns of the four-corner pavilions are subjected to notable wind forces, leading to severe damage and weathering. By contrast, the enclosed second-floor structure of the double-eave pavilion acts as a wind barrier, reducing wind pressure on other parts of the pavilion. Furthermore, considering the potential relevance of the double-eave four-corner pavilion structure for modern building design, this study also explores the impact of second-floor height on the wind environment around the pavilion.
Meng et al. (Wed,) studied this question.