Eike Musall

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Eike Musall M.Sc.Arch. is a Professor of Building Performance at the Peter Behrens School of Arts, Hochschule Düsseldorf (HSD), within the Department of Architecture and Design. He is actively engaged in teaching, research, and academic leadership, serving on the department council, examination board, and doctoral working group. He leads the In-LUST research institute and is a member of ZIES, focusing on interdisciplinary engineering and sustainability. His work bridges architectural design with energy efficiency and environmental responsibility.

His research interests include building physics, technical building equipment, sustainable and climate-friendly construction, resource-efficient design, and the integration of renewable energies in buildings. He emphasizes the architectural implications of net zero and plus energy buildings, advocating for design strategies that harmonize energy performance with aesthetic and social values. His work often involves passive design, life cycle analysis, and the use of recycled and reusable materials.

The recent publications reflect a strong focus on sustainability in architectural education, urban densification projects like the Solar Decathlon Europe (Team MIMO), and methodological approaches to energy balance in buildings. His research spans from theoretical frameworks to applied projects, including the development of educational tools like the AcouScale software for acoustic modeling. He has contributed extensively to the discourse on net zero energy buildings through books, journal articles, and conference papers.

Notable scientific contributions include leadership in the Interdisciplinary Study on Sustainability (In-LUST) and participation in international research initiatives such as IEA SHC Task 40/ECBCS Annex 52. He has supervised student-led projects that demonstrate real-world applications of sustainable design, particularly in urban retrofitting and modular housing. His work on institutional sustainability strategies shows his commitment to systemic change within higher education.

He advises on building performance and sustainable construction, and his research is supported through applied projects and institutional collaborations. The laboratories and equipment under his purview support research in building physics and acoustic modeling. His team includes research assistants, lecturers, and student assistants, reflecting an active research and teaching environment.