Ehsan Sharifara - Department of Energy Engineering and Economics, Faculty of Natural Resources and Environment, Science and Research Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
Hossein Esmaeilli - Department of Energy Engineering and Economics, Faculty of Natural Resources and Environment, Science and Research Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
Mohammad Ghanaatpisheh - Department of Energy Engineering and Economics, Faculty of Natural Resources and Environment, Science and Research Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
Majid Khazali - Department of Energy Engineering and Economics, Faculty of Natural Resources and Environment, Science and Research Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran

Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), as the most sophisticated flow modeling method, can simultaneously predict airflow, heat transfer and contaminant transportation in and around buildings. This paper introduces the newest roles of CFD in building systems and designs. It demonstrates its typical application in designing a thermally conformable, healthy and energy-efficient building. Primary challenges of using CFD in building modeling and design practice are also discussed. Furthermore, the most recent developing trends in applying CFD to building design are analyzed by reviewing the newest literature in major domains of CFD application.

Computational Fluid Dynamics, Building Energy Systems, Active Transparent Facades, Phase Change Materials, Under Floor Air Distribution Systems, Wind and Thermal Wall-Flow, Ultraclean Ventilation Systems, Energy Piles