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As an alternative to removing and replacing the original masonry, project teams and architects are encouraged to design an insulated facade layer with vapour barrier, creating a new enclosure that is watertight and energy...
Managing moisture in cladding assemblies
(11/07/2021)
One of the most reliable ways of keeping exterior walls dry or allowing them to dry out when they do get wet is to construct an assembly with an outer protective shell, also known...
The magazine’s series of sponsored ebooks continues with a discussion on best practices for masonry wall systems and insulation.
A winner of an architectural competition held for the conversion of the Guy-Gagnon Arena into a cultural centre for the borough of Verdun, Montréal, Quai 5160 includes a 360-seat performance room, an art gallery,...
Lightweight rear-ventilated rainscreen (LWRVRS) systems with low embodied energy help improve a building envelope’s thermal efficiency by providing extra space for insulation. Building design professionals can choose from a vast array of LWRVRS façade...
Façades for the future
(05/25/2018)
Recent instances of extremes of weather have prompted conversations about issues that can no longer be ignored. Building façades, as the “front line” facing punishing weather systems, are a key focus of consideration when...
Designing with insulated metal panels
(11/27/2015)
Insulated metal panels (IMPs) have become increasingly popular in the last decade as a lightweight, prefabricated, total building enclosure system. Their strong, stiff, metal skins provide excellent water and air control. However, the joints...
Understanding engineered rainscreens
(10/20/2015)
When considering the numerous cladding materials on the market, it is important to keep in mind there are really only two types: those that absorb moisture and those that do not. Absorptive claddings include...
Watertight façades are critical for the longevity and durability of any building, especially in damp, coastal climates. Water, snow, and wind can cause premature failures of building enclosures and multi-layer façade systems—such as rainscreen...
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