In 2008 we carried out thermodynamic simulations and analysis of the Napoleonic halls at the Pinacoteca di Brera in Milan.
The study investigated temperature and humidity issues within the museum spaces, providing a technical basis for understanding their indoor environmental conditions.
In a museum, the indoor climate matters for two reasons. Visitors need to be comfortable, and the works of art need stable conditions, since changes in temperature and humidity can put paintings and other delicate materials at risk.
Simulation lets us look inside these conditions without disturbing the halls or the collection. By showing how heat and moisture behave in the space, it helps curators and engineers make informed choices for the care of both the building and the art it holds.
