
Kinetics in Building Facades
The prominence of climatically responsive building facades through the use of kinetics has proliferated in recent years due to a concern for the
The prominence of climatically responsive building facades through the use of kinetics has proliferated in recent years due to a concern for the
There is no doubting the longevity of stainless steel building facades. The Chrysler Building and numerous buildings that followed have stood the
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Access to natural daylight and connection to the outdoor environment is one of the key elements of contemporary architecture. This design concept is
Today’s environmental challenges highlight the necessity of a holistic approach to façade design and construction, key to achieve the ambitious 2030
With increasing interest in wellness and human-centric design in workplaces, the design of building enclosures is predicated on optimizing competing
An assessment workflow was created to simulate and evaluate the performance of a kinetic facade in an interior space. It includes parameters of
Designing for blast performance for glazing units can be very complex. The test methods for evaluating performance include subjecting units to actual
In the vein of mass production, manufacturers leverage repeatable parts and modular construction in an effort to maximize quality control while
This article discusses design, prototype development and a simulation study of novel types of facade systems, which integrate thermoelectric (TE)
Building design criteria requires that government buildings be designed for a variety of extreme loads including blast, hurricane, and impact
Today’s building enclosures face ever greater demands regarding their thermal performance. In cold climates, the required total U-value of the façade