The building envelope: A driver for energy retrofits April 4, 2022 brittney_cutler_2 Deep energy renovations of residential buildings are critical if cities want to tackle their climate emissions on a large scale. + Read More

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Managing stormwater with bioretention low impact development systems April 4, 2022 brittney_cutler_2 Bioretention LID systems are becoming increasingly popular across Canada to meet stormwater management objectives for new developments + Read More

Paint and pigment: Colour and performance from design to delivery April 4, 2022 brittney_cutler_2 Paint can evoke certain feelings, both positive and negative, and plays a crucial role in the anticipated outcome of a space. + Read More

Balancing building science and roof design April 4, 2022 brittney_cutler_2 The design and construction industries are increasingly using building science concepts to design and construct long-lasting, high-performance buildings. + Read More

Filling the voids: Differentiating between concrete coating and polishing April 4, 2022 brittney_cutler_2 Voids might come in the form of visible cracks, a dislodged piece of aggregate, or much smaller spaces on the micro or nano scale. + Read More

Extruded polystyrene in protected membrane roof assemblies March 6, 2022 brittney_cutler_2 In roofing assemblies for low-slope concrete roof decks, protected membrane roofs set the bar for cost-savings and roof life span. + Read More

Moisture management for tall wood buildings March 5, 2022 brittney_cutler_2 Mass timber structures are entering the discussion for many projects in North America, and increasingly for taller buildings. + Read More

What lurks beneath? March 5, 2022 brittney_cutler_2 There is often a thought that surface preparation can be casually omitted without consequence, no one knows once concrete is covered by tile. + Read More

Improving the appearance of hot-dip galvanized steel March 4, 2022 brittney_cutler_2 Variations in initial coating appearance from one project to the next and the natural weathering of HDG steel often cause confusion + Read More