Welcome to the Institute of Building Engineering, a leading center for innovative research and education in building services and sustainable construction. Established in 1981, our institute has grown into a hub for advanced studies and cutting-edge research in areas critical to modern building engineering.
Our Focus Areas:
- Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
- Building Cooling Systems
- Sanitary Engineering
- Renewable Energy Sources
- Energy Performance of Buildings
- Measurement and Control Systems
- Computer Modeling in Building Services
- Thermomechanics
Research & Innovation:
Our research activities are at the forefront of building engineering, focusing on:
- Building Environment Technology
- Smart Cities and Regions
- Near-Zero Energy and Emission Buildings
- Energy Management in Intelligent Buildings
- Green Roofs and Smart Façades
We collaborate with industry leaders to develop sustainable solutions that address the environmental challenges of urban areas. Our flagship project, “Smart Façade Systems,” aims to reduce energy consumption while enhancing the environmental footprint of buildings. This project is supported by the Technology Agency of the Czech Republic and includes the development of advanced façade systems with active “smart” and “green” elements.
Publications:
Our faculty members are recognized for their contributions to the field, with numerous publications in leading scientific journals. Notable works include:
- A Comparative Study on Radiant Heating Systems: Examining the thermal performance of floor, wall, and ceiling heating systems published in the Journal of Building Engineering.
- Heat Storage Efficiency in Radiant Systems: Analysis of thermal response indicators for heating and cooling systems published in Energy and Buildings.
- Helmholtz Resonators in Room Acoustics: An optimized method for designing resonators to improve room acoustics, published in Applied Acoustics.
- Energy and acoustic of ventilated classroom: Ventilation with acoustic measures ensures a stable classroom environment and reduces energy consumption, published in Energy.
- Water consumption and energy for hot water: New water flow calculation for buildings to reduce hot water energy consumption, published in Thermal Science and Engineering Progress
- Transformation buildings into nearly zero-emission buildings: Converting a Czech residential building to near-zero emissions, published in Energy and Buildings
These publications reflect our commitment to advancing knowledge in building engineering and are frequently cited by peers in the industry.
Key Projects:
Our research projects address some of the most pressing challenges in building engineering:
- Smart Façade System with Energy-Optimized Properties: A project focused on reducing energy consumption through innovative façade design, with a total budget of over €1 million.
- Energy-Active Buildings: Research into buildings that generate more energy than they consume, contributing to the development of near-zero energy communities.
- Community Energy Projects: Exploring ways to integrate renewable energy sources into building systems to achieve near-zero emission buildings.
State-of-the-Art Facilities:
We pride ourselves on our advanced research infrastructure, including:
- Environmental Chambers for testing indoor air quality and thermal conditions.
- 3D Printing Technology including large-volume printers and clay printers for innovative construction methods.
- Thermal Imaging and Data Acquisition Systems for precise measurement and analysis.
- Green Roof and Façade Testing Facilities to study the environmental benefits of vegetated building surfaces.
- VR/AR Technology to simulate building environments and enhance the design process.