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The Building Envelope and LCA

Vik Ahuja Ben Mitchell

March 3, 2017

Tools are now available to better understand products being specifying

Increased Energy Performance Amid Stricter Building Codes

Adapting to Change

Alejandra Nieto M.B.Sc.

January 11, 2017

There are standards and programs in place that have not translated to the masses yet

Drones For Building Inspection

Our Newest Tools

William Waterston

December 14, 2016

Research into the current regulations regarding the use of drones and their operation for commercial use by architects, engineers and consultants will be presented

Architect Overcomes Challenges in Airport Project

November 14, 2016

Data spurs firm to specify products for critical noise abatement requirements in Calgary Airport’s new terminal

The Continuing Story of Continuous Insulation

Barbara Horwitz-Bennett

October 25, 2016

With building codes adopting newer ASHRAE Standard 90.1-2010 requirements, building teams are contending with how to best design and install continuous insulation on their building enclosures

Minimizing Heat Flow: Using Air Barriers and Continuous Insulation to Meet Passive Design Standards

Jeff Diqui

October 15, 2016

Finding economical solutions for builders and designers that meet the constant code changes can be hard

The Evolution of Continuous Insulation

Herbert Slone

October 3, 2016

During the past 20 years, the building sector has seen a significant shift around the use of continuous insulation

High-Performance Building Enclosure Design for a Net-Zero Ready Habitat for Sub-Zero Wildlife

Anthony Offak

October 3, 2016

The Detroit Zoological Society is one of the most sustainable zoos in the U.S., recognized by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums for environmental leadership, earning their 2015 Green Award

Building the Polk Penguin Conservation Center

Multiple Companies Come Together to Give Penguins a New Home

Lindsay Lewis

August 17, 2016

After four years of intricate planning, The Polk Penguin Conservation Center at the Detroit Zoo showcases itself as a true work of art

Custom Screen Printed GKD Metal Mesh Designed for Samsung Headquarters

Located in tech-hub, Silicon Valley, the headquarters houses the company’s 2,000 employees, which are divided into R&D and their sales department.

August 1, 2016

The 1.1 million square-foot headquarters is enveloped in terracotta, white metal, and glass to not only reduce solar intake, but to reduce the energy costs of the building as well. The glass exterior allows for an influx of natural light to penetrate the interior, while trees and other foliage create a natural environment in the structure’s centralized courtyard.

Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW ; 1 IIBEC CEH; 0.1 IACET CEU

On-Demand Designing a high-performance building enclosure requires more than just surface-level protection; it demands a rigorous, performance-based mastery of below-grade water and gas mitigation. This discussion will provide an expert-level analysis of below-grade waterproofing within the comprehensive framework of the high-performance building enclosure.

Credit: 1 AIA LU/HSW; 1 IIBEC CEH; 0.1 ICC CEU

On-Demand This course provides visual examples of actual field conditions. Some good, some not so good; along with design suggestions that can cut installation costs and reduce construction change orders. Upon completion of this course, you will have a better understanding of the requirements the roofing contractor must meet to provide the specified roofing system warranty, and long-term value to the owner.

Building Envelope
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The Building Envelope and LCA

Increased Energy Performance Amid Stricter Building Codes

Drones For Building Inspection

Architect Overcomes Challenges in Airport Project

The Continuing Story of Continuous Insulation

Minimizing Heat Flow: Using Air Barriers and Continuous Insulation to Meet Passive Design Standards

The Evolution of Continuous Insulation

High-Performance Building Enclosure Design for a Net-Zero Ready Habitat for Sub-Zero Wildlife

Building the Polk Penguin Conservation Center

Custom Screen Printed GKD Metal Mesh Designed for Samsung Headquarters

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