July 17th 2025

Building Performance Modelling for Architects – New Whitepaper Launched Today!

Architects and designers have a crucial role to play in meeting global sustainability targets. With the built environment accounting for a staggering 34% of global carbon emissions, it’s no longer enough to deliver buildings that are simply functional and beautifully designed. Sustainability, efficiency and overall performance is fast becoming an imperative.

This means that building performance modelling is no longer a “nice-to-have” but an essential tool for any architect that is serious about sustainable building design. By providing early insight into how design choices influence energy use, CO2 emissions, thermal comfort, lighting, and airflow, these tools are critical to delivering buildings that are not only beautifully designed, but truly fit for the future.

Today, IES is pleased to announce the release of a new Building Performance Modelling for Architects whitepaper, exploring the challenges, opportunities, and benefits of integrating building performance modelling into early-stage design workflows.

Download your free copy today to explore how architects can leverage the latest IES tools and technology integrations to:

  • Meet regulatory compliance and other sustainability/net zero targets.
  • Streamline collaboration across the design team.
  • Make informed design choices to improve comfort and save energy, carbon & costs.
  • Reduce the risk of expensive design changes.
  • Bring additional services in-house.
  • And much more…

You’ll also find real-world case studies from architects to show the approach in action.

Building performance modelling for architects guide

Explore our IES for Architects page for more useful resources.