Intelligent Buildings International A peer-reviewed journal on the design, construction and management of intelligent buildings An intelligent building provides a sustainable, responsive, effective and supportive environment within which individuals and organisations can achieve their objectives. Technology is fundamental, but is an enabler rather than an end in itself. Going beyond traditional engineering and architecture solutions, the Intelligent Buildings International (IBI) journal examines new methodologies and tools for intelligent buildings, smart materials and systems, and explores the wider context beyond theoretical foundations, linking practical solutions with philosophical or sociological considerations. Overcoming fragmentation at educational and professional levels, state-of-the-art analysis will be presented alongside broad systems reviews and rigorous case studies. Peer-reviewed research will be complemented by materials critically evaluating technological developments from industrial contributors, book and conference reviews and a diary of relevant events. Published papers will report on both fundamental research dealing with theoretical work and applied research dealing with practical issues and industrial innovations. In this way, readers explore the interaction between technical considerations and management issues. Scope of the Journal The design, management and operation of buildings Assessment of rating methods for intelligent buildings Smart materials Healthy indoor environments Advances in design and management processes Whole life performance appraisals Regulations and standards pertaining to intelligent buildings Biomimetics The impact of intelligent buildings on people and organisations Development of IT and communications systems in the built environment The thinking behind intelligent buildings Intelligent building projects: case studies Technological forecasting, social change and innovation Application of control and sensor technologies Integration systems, processes and user requirements Contributions to the journal are welcomed. The journal includes review articles, research articles, case study articles, technical notes and reviews. Please email us for further information. Similarly, please send us an email to be kept informed of the status of the journal. ORDERING INFO