Architects designing high-performing commercial buildings must balance aesthetics with tested and listed systems that support occupant egress, minimize the rapid spread of smoke and fire, and aid firefighting personnel in the event of fire.

Innovative trends in building envelope design, construction and commissioning are helping teams deliver high-performance enclosures to meet challenging project requirements. See if you can identify the different aspects of emerging trends.

Amidst growing priorities related to building science, it is imperative for building design and construction professionals to have a firm grasp on the fundamentals of heat transfer in our building envelopes. Here are 10 simple questions to test your familiarity with how heat can move in/out of our buildings.

When it comes to roofing technical knowledge, some know a little about a lot (generalists), some know a lot about a little (specialists), and some know a lot about a lot (experts). Take the quiz to see how you stack up.

We don’t use the word “acronym” very frequently in the roofing business, but we sure do use acronyms. First, try to think of the last time you made a roofing-related statement that didn’t contain an acronym, and then try your hand at this quiz.