Building Envelope - Articles - Page 65

Creating a Disaster Resilient Future

A beacon of hope for those who have been or could be impacted by environmental disasters

February 5, 2019

Before I speak to organizations about energy-efficient and disaster-resilient construction, I update the toll that recent storms and disasters have taken.

A Building Envelope for Cold Weather

Don’t let Old Man Winter put a freeze on your building envelope—it requires special considerations

Jason Peace

February 5, 2019

No Comments

Why the First Insulating Material Made the Grade

A manufacturer’s perspective on why this insulating material earned a U.S. Safety Act Designation.

Angie Ogino

February 4, 2019

No Comments

In an industry renowned for creativity and an independent spirit, safety and risk management are unifying concerns shared by architects.

Zac Brown's Camp Southern Ground

February 1, 2019

No Comments

During summer, Camp Southern Ground hosts guests for week-long residential camps. For the remaining weeks of the year, CSG supports military and veteran families, and partners with organizations that host programs at its state-of-the-art facility.

The Problem with Disconnecting Science and Construction

Mark Fowler

February 1, 2019

No Comments

Disconnected is a way to describe our industry with regard to standards and practices.

A First-class Fireproof Solution

Tackling the challenge of creating a fireproof home that’s not just safe but a homeowner’s dream.

January 8, 2019

No Comments

Eastern Washington is in the heart of wildfire country. The homeowner needed a durable product that would help protect their dream home from brush fires and wind-driven embers.

An Ambitious Restoration 120 Years in the Making

Saving the Bradford County Courthouse

January 7, 2019

No Comments

The Bradford County Courthouse is the epitome of a challenging historic restoration, and how tricky is can be to find the right building material

Studco's Vortex Framing System Reduces Creaking in Tall Buildings

Studco developed a high-performance framing system to mitigate creaking sound in tall buildings.

December 14, 2018

No Comments

Tall buildings, much like tall trees, sway in windy conditions, says Studco Building Systems. This is caused by a phenomenon known as vortex shedding.