Synergy of Intelligent Design and Operation for Sustainable Residential Heating Systems Case Study: Jordanian Residential Sector

•Sustainability in residential heating is investigated in terms of economics and environmental impact.•A multi-component proposed solution integrating intelligent design & operation is evaluated through comprehensive modeling.•Leveraging thermal inadequacy minimization, renewable energy incorporation, heating system and controls optimization.•A case study on an apartment in Amman, Jordan demonstrated achieving sustainability.