Intelligent Building

1. A building designed with extensive use of sensors, microprocessor controls, and automated systems and able to detect, diagnose, and control the response to varying environmental conditions or operational requirements. The use of integrated management systems generally results in improved performance and cost savings through conservation of energy and other resources. Also called 'Smart building'. 2. A building that maximizes the efficiency of its occupants while at the same time allowing effective management of resources with minimum lifetime costs.