Uarda Hoti

Uarda Hoti is the Sustainability Program Manager at Bendheim, where she drives the company’s environmental and social responsibility initiatives, including the “Building a Clear Future” program. She can be reached at uhoti@bendheim.com.

The staggered glass façade at 727 West Madison parking structure

Exterior Cladding Supports Long-Term Sustainability

Exterior cladding plays a critical role long after construction is complete

Uarda Hoti

February 27, 2026

As sustainability has become a central priority in architecture, cladding is increasingly recognized as one of the most consequential systems in building design, capable of aligning architectural intent with measurable environmental outcomes.

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

On Demand In modern roofing systems, vapor retarders and air barriers do more than just minimize air leakage—they’re essential to maximizing performance and longevity. This engaging course dives into the next generation of moisture control: permeable vapor retarders and air barriers. Discover how these cutting-edge technologies are transforming low-slope roofing assemblies by improving energy efficiency, managing moisture, and boosting wind uplift resistance.

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.

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