ESP-r: integrated simulation tool for design of buildings and systems

The paper attempts to outline the capabilities of the ESP-r simulation software used as a design tool for buildings and HVAC systems. This state-of-the-art application of building performance simulation is illustrated by means of three recent studies concerning a new office building development, conversion of historical building into a concert hall, and a special zoo pavilion. The paper elaborates the modelling and simulation work that was carried out to support the design teams of the three projects. This includes a discussion on how the simulation results were transformed in relevant design information.