Level: Introductory
Format: Multimedia
CE Info: 1.50 HSW LU
GBCI CE Info: 1.50 LU (General)
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Description:
This sixth installment in the building envelope series explores two of the most influential and debated cladding strategies in contemporary architecture: rainscreens and double-skin façades. Both systems represent a departure from the old ideal of the wall as a monolithic barrier and instead embrace layered assemblies, managed performance, and the realities of water and climate.
Participants will trace the evolution of these systems from vernacular precedents to their present roles as hallmarks of sustainable, high-performance design. Through a critical and technical lens, the course unpacks the logic, typologies, and detailing of rainscreen and double-skin façades, alongside the challenges of fire safety, energy performance, and regulatory compliance.
Whether you are a student, architect, or builder, this course offers both the conceptual frameworks and practical tools needed to navigate the complex landscape of ventilated façades.
Each course stands alone, but together they build a comprehensive foundation in building envelope design.
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1.0-1.75 LU
Project Planning and Design
Multimedia
GBCI-General
LU-HSW