This presentation examines the critical nature of tie-ins, transitions, and continuity throughout the building envelope. These critical areas may only represent 1% of the building envelope, but it is ...

The ‘Building Envelope’ Campus provides you with the necessary knowledge to make intelligent decisions when it comes to choosing your building's systems. A building needs a high performance “envelope” ...

However, as architectural requirements evolved in the 20th century and new technologies met the technical needs of buildings, a clear distinction emerged between the building envelope and its ...

6/10/25 2:00 pm to 6/30/26 EDT Contact: Tiffany Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW; 1 AIBD P-CE; 0.1 ICC CEU; 0.1 IACET CEU May qualify for learning hours through most Canadian architectural associations As ...

Vertical Greenery Systems (VGS): Building envelope systems that incorporate vegetation on vertical surfaces to enhance insulation, reduce energy consumption, and improve urban microclimates.

Consisting of facades, solar shading systems, and windows, these envelopes define the building's character and play an essential role in its overall performance.

The intersection of energy and cost management, occupant health and operational efficiency becomes particularly critical during summer months.

Developer Tom Liravongsa is using social media to create interest and support for his plan to convert a nearly 100-year-old ...

“LACCD Building Information Modeling Standards,” Interim Version 2.0, 2009, 30 pages. “Managing Integrated Project Delivery,” Chuck Thomsen, FAIA, CMAA, 105 pages.