Dynamic Shading Device
Responsive shading systems can dynamically improve indoor environmental conditions based on outdoor climate variations. Among the technologies,
Responsive shading systems can dynamically improve indoor environmental conditions based on outdoor climate variations. Among the technologies,
<p>This paper describes the development of an interactive map that highlights case studies of advanced facade design strategies and technologies from…
As overall project schedules continue to contract and rising costs impact our design decisions, the importance of the design-assist phase for facades
At the core of facade design is the concept of interdisciplinarity, a bridge between concept and materialization apt to relay a built form
Climate change effects are causing an increase in extreme wind events’ frequency and severity, worldwide. Regions that previously were not prone to
The prevalence of fully glazed facades in modern office buildings has been steadily increasing, primarily driven by architects' focus on aesthetic
Adaptive facade systems are a promising approach to achieve a dynamic response to varying weather conditions and user demands. The interdisciplinary
<p>Integrated management of commercial lighting, heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems is considered as one of the most promising…
In recent years, the desire for increased performance, transparency and visual flatness of glazing elements in curtain walls has generated renewed
<p>This article documents the development or the design of two skylights on the Sacramento Capitol Annex Project throughout Design Assist and sheds…
<p>Finishing of custom-fabricated architectural façade components represents one of the most significant components to their cost. Manually driven…
Paper Abstract with photos and illustrations Detailing and Engineering of copper panels with complex geometries: A case study in developing a
<p>Amidst the critical conversations about the need to build better and more efficient building skins, designers are also mindful of the need for the…
Facades are increasingly being recognized as a major contributor to whole-building embodied carbon. While designers know how to reduce the embodied
<p>Designing for blast performance for glazing units can be very complex. The test methods for evaluating performance include subjecting units to…
<p>Structural silicone sealant is commonly used in glass fin applications, both as a weatherseal and as for structural attachment. A common concern…