Specifying fire-resistant materials is only part of the strategy

November 5, 2021 brittney_cutler_2

Wildfires are making headlines in Canada with increasing frequency. They are a frightening reminder about the impact of climate change.

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Waterproofing breaches that lead to major structural restoration

October 1, 2021 brittney_cutler_2

When performing a walkthrough of a building and observing symptoms of degradation of the concrete structure one will certainly ask themselves “Why is this happening?”

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Mitigating Pathogens to Create Healthy Buildings by Increasing Outdoor Air Specification

October 1, 2021 brittney_cutler_2

The renewed interest of outdoor air’s importance to commercial building occupant health and indoor air quality (IAQ) is one major positive rising out of a pandemic that has negatively impacted the globe for nearly two years.

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Examining the Nuances of Greener Insulation Technologies

October 1, 2021 brittney_cutler_2

The attic is one of the most neglected and overlooked spaces in a home. Many houses have ‘vented’ attics with intake vents under the eaves to allow the cool air to break free, and exhaust vents at the peak of the roof to prevent overheating and condensation by allowing hot air and moisture to escape.

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Structural Requirements of the Air Barrier Explained

October 1, 2021 brittney_cutler_2

During the six-month study, over 30 large projects under construction were visited throughout western Canada.

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An Architect’s Guide to Blindside Waterproofing

October 1, 2021 brittney_cutler_2

Blindside waterproofing is common in Canada, but it is not without its challenges. Handling drainage and sealing penetrations are two critical tasks, among many, that must be addressed to ensure there are no leaks.

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Touch-free Restrooms Sensor-operated products

September 20, 2021 brittney_cutler_2

The COVID-19 pandemic is creating a new normal across all walks of life. The reality is certain elements of society and infrastructure will forever be changed due to the measures that have come along with the virus—increased levels of sanitation, minimized hand-to-hand contact, and the rise of work from home culture, to name a few.

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Perfecting sound in the performing arts

September 20, 2021 maz_atta

Plexiglass barriers and staying 2 m (6 ft) apart does not work in performing arts because some social distancing solutions can have a significant impact on acoustics. There are several key considerations when redesigning performing arts venues to accommodate safety guidelines without compromising on acoustics.

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Air barrier considerations: Moving toward an impactful, sustainable building envelope

September 9, 2021 jason_cramp

A strong air barrier is fundamental to the ecosystem of high-performing, durable, and passive buildings of tomorrow. As one looks to the future, building transformation would not be complete without an air barrier system (ABS) and its control layers contributing to a winning formula that is designed, designated, and detailed to control water, vapour, and air.

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Structural Steel Connections as Example of Delegated Design

September 1, 2021 brittney_cutler_2

All structural engineers are capable of design connections, whether they are bolted, welded, riveted, or held together with a ‘miracle’ adhesive.

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