David Baker Architects’s Blue Oak Landing was fully prefabricated, including the building’s Corten steel facade. (Bruce Damonte) Masonry is experiencing a resurgence following a precipitous decline in ...

The building envelope. At its simplest definition, it’s the exterior or shell of a building that repels the elements. At its most complex definition, it’s an engineering system that meshes elements ...

CE; 0.1 ICC CEUDiscover whole-building envelope strategies that prevent moisture failures, improve energy efficiency, and enhance long-term durability in cold storage facility design.

The building envelope, the barrier between the interior and exterior environments, plays a central role in enhancing energy efficiency, occupant comfort, and overall building performance. In both ...

An HVAC contractor’s focus is often on sealing the duct system. But would you say sealing the building envelop is just as important? Why? The top causes of air leakage and infiltration into the home ...