Moisture is less problematic in older buildings such as this one because they dry out faster and don't have a lot of areas for water to get in, such as balconies. The building enclosure, or envelope, ...

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 ...

Should institutional and commercial buildings be built to last 100 years? Why not? There are plenty of examples—religious structures, university buildings, train stations, and so on—that have ...

Microalgae architecture has gained awareness for its biotechnical potential to achieve net-zero energy architecture while also promoting ecological sustainability and occupant well-being. Microalgae ...

Nathan Culley, TBE, CxA, Penn Air Control, Inc. An airtight building envelope is one of the most important contributors to an efficient, comfortable, durable and healthy building. In addition to ...