
Modern Heritage and Facade Improvements
Approximately 80% of our total building stock is from the 20th century. During the last decades, along with an increasing appreciation of modern
Approximately 80% of our total building stock is from the 20th century. During the last decades, along with an increasing appreciation of modern
The piezoelectric facade as a self-sustained technology can generate a considerable amount of energy by converting swaying motions (actuated by the
In recent decades, there has been increased attention to reduce the operational energy performance of buildings. Stringent legislation on building
It may be difficult for modern man to believe that what is known as handicraft was once the advanced manufacturing of the day. These techniques were
Climate change effects are causing an increase in extreme wind events’ frequency and severity, worldwide. Regions that previously were not prone to
What is the difference between artwork and facadework? How can artwork be integrated into building façades? What are the possibilities when a façade
Complex freeform architectural enclosures are becoming increasingly popular and easy to model and design with the help of modern computational tools.
This case study provides an overview of building hybrid curtain wall system and future opportunities for the use of timber. It will also review the
This article presents results of a research study that focuses on understanding energy performance of novel facade systems that integrate
Coauthors: Mary Ben Bonham, Department of Architecture + Interior Design, Miami University, Oxford, OH, USA [corresponding] [presenting at the
All too often, high-performance building envelopes are considered in terms of new materials and technologies that push specific systems to improve
Integrated management of commercial lighting, heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems is considered as one of the most promising building
Developments in performative computational analysis, mass customization, and complex form manipulation revolutionized building envelope design