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A time-dependent study was conducted using COMSOL Multiphysics® (Conjugate Heat Transfer interface and Heat Transfer with Phase Change feature) for the numerical investigation of the thermal performance of novel Phase Change Material (PCM)-enhanced plasters for their incorporation in buildings located in summer-dominant environments. Four 3-dimensional (3D) model designs of building elements are investigated; a reference case incorporating conventional lime plaster; and three building elements incorporating lime plaster, enhanced by the addition of 5%, 10%, and 20% by weight PCM. Numerical simulation models are validated by data acquired from experimental work.