The parapet is so much more than the intersection of roof and wall. It’s also the junction where building aesthetics meets structural performance, air and moisture management, energy efficiency, construction trade sequencing and operational maintenance.
By their very nature, all building foundations touch the earth that surrounds them. In every climate, the water, air, soil, and temperature of that outside contact can impact the performance and integrity of the entire building structure.
The Air Barrier Association of America is hosting its 9th annual building enclosure conference. The only conference in the world that focuses on air barriers and building airtightness. October 20-21, 2021 at the Hyatt Regency Reston.
Architects saw two great challenges when they set about designing Grand Concourse Academy Charter School. One, they needed to make the school stand out. And two, they had to design a building that would stand up to the elements
One of the most successful technologies used today to deter rainwater intrusion into a building's exterior wall and protect its envelope is the rainscreen system. Introduced more than 20 years ago in the United States, rainscreen technology has continued to advance, along with its popularity among building owners who desire a "stylish raincoat" for their structure.
The new BW Universal System and BW Stretch System are the ultimate backup wall systems providing superior air, water, thermal and vapor protection in an all-in-one barrier component. Both introduce new standards for cost savings, design integrity and sustainability.
