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Dividing the outside environment from the interior, the building enclosure is one of the most important parts of the structure. The enclosure not only defines the building’s aesthetic, but also protects occupants from the elements and facilitates a comfortable, controlled climate. With dozens of components comprising the exterior assemblies, from foundation to cladding to roof, figuring out which concerns to address first can be daunting.
This course describes the multiple challenges in designing high performance fenestration systems for building envelopes meeting architectural…
From grilling areas and wine bars to outdoor fitness and meditation spaces, architects and builders are now designing to provide the quality…
Architects have always pushed the limits of what building products can do, and fire rated glazing is no exception. This program shows how fire…
“Designing with Fire Rated Glass” by SAFTI FIRST is a must-have for all design professionals. With the advent of new and technologically-…
This course from Walter P Moore examines numerous flood protection approaches and building owner needs before delving into the flood protection process. Determining the flood resilience of a property can provide a good understanding of risk associated costs.
For building teams choosing and applying bullet-resistant glass systems, understanding test criteria and ballistics attack types is essential
Faster delivery of buildings isn’t always associated with sustainability benefits or long-term value, but things are changing. An instructive case is in the development of steel structures that not only allow speedier erection times, but also can reduce embodied carbon and create durable, highly resilient building approaches.
Review the physics of building envelopes, including hygrothermal loads, control layers, climate zones and cladding functions. The importance of…