Understand how air, heat and flow will shape your project,
and make better decisions from the start.
CFD Computational Fluid Dynamics is a simulation method used to understand how air heat and pressure move through and around a building before it is built.
Instead of relying on assumptions or standard values CFD allows you to see how your design will actually perform in real conditions.
This provides a clearer understanding of airflow thermal comfort and system behaviour early in the design process.
CFD is not required for every project.
However it becomes valuable when building performance cannot be fully understood through standard methods or simplified modelling.
You may benefit from CFD if your project includes:
In these situations CFD provides clarity where standard approaches fall short.
CFD is commonly used to improve performance in:
By understanding these factors early you can reduce design changes later and improve overall performance outcomes.
As buildings become more complex and performance expectations increase understanding how a design actually behaves is becoming essential.
Compliance alone does not always reflect real world performance.
CFD helps bridge this gap by providing insight into how a building will function once it is built allowing design teams to make more informed decisions earlier.
A CFD analysis is typically carried out in three stages:
1 Pre processing.
The building geometry is created and key parameters such as airflow conditions materials and boundary conditions are defined.
2 Simulation
The model is analysed using computational software to simulate airflow temperature distribution and pressure behaviour.
3 Post processing
The results are reviewed and interpreted to identify performance issues and opportunities for improvement.
This process allows designers and engineers to visualise performance before construction begins.
To complete a CFD assessment we typically require:
Our team will guide you through this process and ensure the required inputs are clear from the start.
The time and cost of a CFD analysis depend on the size and complexity of the project.
Simple studies can often be completed within a few days while more detailed simulations may require additional time.
We recommend submitting your plans for review so we can provide a clear scope and timeframe based on your project.
With over 17 years of experience in building performance and environmental design our team provides practical CFD insights that support real project outcomes.
We work closely with architects designers and developers to ensure that simulation results translate into buildable solutions.
Design with clarity, before you build.
Understand how air, heat and flow will shape your project
and make better decisions from the start.
