Moisture and ventilation are essential to proper construction.
April 14, 2016
The developer wanted to eliminate as much concern about moisture issues as possible. Mold and decay can ruin the profitability of a project. With the increase in building "tightness" for thermal protection, moisture problems are on the rise, causing a greater need for hydro-static pressure release and a ventilation method.
The current British standard recommends that a waterproofing specialist is made an integral part of the design team to ensure that an appropriate solution is arrived at in each case.
In taking on the design and administration of a rooftop renovation project for the United Nation’s International School in Manhattan, the team at Bone/Levine Architects wanted to honor the school’s tradition as a premiere learning institution.