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Air Distribution Systems Airflow Patterns Airflow Efficiency in Rooms Noise Criteria Air Handling Units References Mathematical Modeling Technique Governing Equations Numerical Procedure Conclusion Airflow Regimes and Thermal Comfort in a Room Numerical Model Flow Pattern and Thermal Behavior Conclusion References Airflow Regimes and Thermal Pattern in Archaeological Monuments Historical Background Background Proposed Design Calculation Methodology Proposed Solution Conclusion References Airflow in Places of Worship People and Comfort Climatic Factors Air Conditioning of Mosques: Ceiling Designs Air Conditioning of Churches: Ceiling Designs Air Distribution in Mosques: Free-Stand Units Conclusion References Airflow Patterns in Healthcare Facilities Airflow Characteristics for Comfort Early Practice of Airflow Design Present Observations Problem Analysis Modeled Equations Flow Pattern Analyses Conclusion References Examples of Typical Air Conditioning Projects Environmental Control Air Filtration Pressure Relationships and Ventilation Air Movement Air Quality Smoke Control Fire Control Noise Criteria Factors Affecting System Selection HVAC Life Cycle Cost Analyses Introduction Owning Costs Analysis Operating Costs Analysis Maintenance Costs Analysis Design Specifications Further Examples Engineering Tips for Energy-Efficient Buildings Conclusion References Indoor Environmental Quality Definitions IEQ Mandatory Provisions Thermal Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy Comfort Acoustical Control Daylighting by Top Lighting Isolation of the Building from Pollutants in Soil Prescriptive Option Performance Option References Energy Efficiency in Air-Conditioned Buildings Air-Conditioned Applications Energy Efficiency Evaluation Indices Observations International Energy Standards Energy-Efficient Buildings Concluding Remarks References Appendices