Explaining Environmental Controls

An environmental control device is an instrument that equips the end-user to control the area’s heating and cooling. This can be at the macro-level in terms of the whole building or floor, or a micro-climate wherein different areas of the same floor have their own control device.

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Best Practices for Maintaining Mass Timber Buildings

Best Practices for Maintaining Mass Timber Buildings

One of the fastest growing trends in architecture is mass timber buildings. As of March 2023, there are more than 1700 completed mass timber projects...

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10 Things to Know Before Starting a Mass Timber Project

10 Things to Know Before Starting a Mass Timber Project 

As real estate developers look for more sustainable and architecturally appealing building solutions, mass timber construction has exploded in...

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What Every Architect Needs to Know About UFAD

What Every Architect Needs to Know About UFAD 

Architects and building designers face difficult decisions when developing a design for a new or retrofitted building. From ceiling heights to...

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