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The Continuing Story of Continuous Insulation

October 25, 2016

With building codes adopting newer ASHRAE Standard 90.1-2010 requirements, building teams are contending with how to best design and install continuous insulation on their building enclosures

Minimizing Heat Flow: Using Air Barriers and Continuous Insulation to Meet Passive Design Standards

Jeff Diqui

October 15, 2016

Finding economical solutions for builders and designers that meet the constant code changes can be hard

The Evolution of Continuous Insulation

Herbert Slone

October 3, 2016

During the past 20 years, the building sector has seen a significant shift around the use of continuous insulation

High-Performance Building Enclosure Design for a Net-Zero Ready Habitat for Sub-Zero Wildlife

Anthony Offak

October 3, 2016

The Detroit Zoological Society is one of the most sustainable zoos in the U.S., recognized by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums for environmental leadership, earning their 2015 Green Award

Building the Polk Penguin Conservation Center

Multiple Companies Come Together to Give Penguins a New Home

Lindsay Lewis

August 17, 2016

After four years of intricate planning, The Polk Penguin Conservation Center at the Detroit Zoo showcases itself as a true work of art

Custom Screen Printed GKD Metal Mesh Designed for Samsung Headquarters

Located in tech-hub, Silicon Valley, the headquarters houses the company’s 2,000 employees, which are divided into R&D and their sales department.

August 1, 2016

The 1.1 million square-foot headquarters is enveloped in terracotta, white metal, and glass to not only reduce solar intake, but to reduce the energy costs of the building as well. The glass exterior allows for an influx of natural light to penetrate the interior, while trees and other foliage create a natural environment in the structure’s centralized courtyard.

Acoustics Can be Hard

Jon Mooney

July 1, 2016

Getting it right with concrete, block and stone.

Quiet Spaces

The Right Wall Assembly is a Key Component to Acoustic Performance

Douglas G. Gehring

June 1, 2016

Of all the five senses, it could be argued that our sense of hearing is one of the most sensitive

Technical Details Involved in New Casino

May 23, 2016

The long awaited Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort, located in D’Iberville, Miss., is setting the trend for many new casinos to come

Thermal Improvements to Existing Facilities

Brian H. Neely Jason Wagner

May 12, 2016

Many older buildings are not designed to meet current standards

The Evolving Landscape of Commercial Energy Efficiency

Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW; 1 PDH, LA CES/HSW; 0.1 ICC CEU; 1 IIBEC CEH; 0.1 IACET CEU

This course equips owners, architects, engineers, and construction professionals with the knowledge to navigate the evolving landscape of commercial energy efficiency codes and their critical role in sustainable and energy-efficient building design. We will delve into the most recent and upcoming energy codes and standards, with a focus on ASHRAE 90.1 and IECC, and explore their implications for building enclosure design and performance

Next Level Cladding with Resin Cast Shapes

Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW; 0.1 ICC CEU; 1 IIBEC CEH; 0.1 IACET CEU

This course examines wood and brick resin cast shapes' and demonstrates their sustainability and performance qualities. They are durable, lightweight, and easy to install. Case studies of noteworthy projects illustrate the superior form and function of this next-level cladding alternative.

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The Continuing Story of Continuous Insulation

Minimizing Heat Flow: Using Air Barriers and Continuous Insulation to Meet Passive Design Standards

The Evolution of Continuous Insulation

High-Performance Building Enclosure Design for a Net-Zero Ready Habitat for Sub-Zero Wildlife

Building the Polk Penguin Conservation Center

Custom Screen Printed GKD Metal Mesh Designed for Samsung Headquarters

Acoustics Can be Hard

Quiet Spaces

Technical Details Involved in New Casino

Thermal Improvements to Existing Facilities

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