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These days, a large majority of buildings, particularly the commercial ones, are equipped with some form of cladding. This is done by placing materials such as wood, cement, stone, brick and others over the building’s original structure. Cladding is a popular construction process that has been used for decades because of the many benefits it […]

Curtain wall systems are considered to be one of the most important elements of facade technology in the modern-day high rise buildings. Facades create the exterior envelope of a building with components such as cladding elements, window wall, curtain walls, etc. Functionally speaking, curtain walls are non-structural cladding systems that separate the building’s exterior from the […]

Working in cold weather areas means dealing with several challenging circumstances for the architects as well as the construction crews. Precipitation and freezing temperatures can cause significant harm to the building envelope’s structural integrity, resulting in discomfort for the occupants. Consequently, many different factors must be taken into account by the architects while planning and […]

External cladding is one of the key components of any building structure because it functions as a protective skin for the building and its occupants. Just as we love large windows and interior plants for creating a natural feel, it is also important to protect the home from elements like external temperature, wind, rain, moisture, etc. […]

Natural stone has been used as the staple material for all types of constructions since the beginning of time. The most important benefits of stone as a construction material are its durability, strength, and aesthetic appeal.  As a cladding material in modern-day buildings, it opens up a myriad of attractive options to enhance the appearance […]

It is an established fact these days that out of the total worldwide energy demand, approximately 40% is consumed by our buildings. Similarly, our fossil fuel based activities such as air conditioning, heating, ventilating, etc. account for more than 30% of the overall anthropogenic emission of greenhouse gases. Therefore, it is undeniable that these buildings […]

Thermal insulation is a frequently used technology for reducing a building’s energy consumption by preventing the loss or gain of heat through the building envelope. This objective is accomplished by using materials that have low thermal conductivity. Building envelope thermal insulation is done using several industrial insulation products as well as certain natural elements. Insulation Products: […]

In terms of protecting the normal operations of a building facility, the building envelope plays an integral role by providing the highest level of defense against all types of outdoor elements. The modern day building envelopes comprise of several components and all these components function in tandem to create a protective barrier for the building. […]

The concept of building design has evolved significantly over the years to meet the ever-changing demands for function, comfort, and energy efficiency.  This evolution has resulted in significant innovation in the design space, from integrating smarter design elements to using a new range of materials. Double-skin façade system is one such innovation. In most instances, […]