Boulder Community Health’s West Medical Building, with its hybrid vacuum-insulated glass installation and two inches of continuous rigid insulation, and the Lubber Run Community Center, Arlington, Va.

Reflective roofing systems reduce the amount of solar energy absorbed by the roof surface”— Thad Brown WISCONSIN ...

Thermal bridges represent discontinuities in the insulation layer of building envelopes, where conductive materials enable an increased rate of heat transfer between the interior and exterior ...

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 ...

Ferguson Corporation, a Western Canadian leader in high-performance building envelope systems, has proudly marked its 50th anniversary, celebrating five decades of innovation, craftsmanship, and ...

However, airflow patterns, insulation consistency, and attic conditions reveal how the system supports interior ...

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Consider the importance of first impressions in the context of a building, whether it is a destination museum or a hospital delivering the full range of medical care. It starts outside – when driving ...

Next month, AN is providing registered architects the opportunity to earn 8 AIA LU credits and the chance to collaborate with industry experts on practical projects at Facades+PERFORMANCE Chicago.

High-performance building envelopes are rewriting the playbook for HVAC contractors — as buildings are getting more airtight and insulation more robust, loads drop and demand curves flatten, meaning ...

Insulation materials are manufactured to meet a variety of specifications and standards. Selecting the best-suited insulation for residential, commercial and other construction projects is dependant ...

There’s been something of a container renaissance recently. Whether you fall into the Stanley camp or the Yeti league, there’s been a renewed appreciation for vessels like these. It’s not just a trend ...