Tag Archives: Division 07

Infusing desert geology in Arizona campus design

April 6, 2018

When planning the Biomedical Sciences Partnership Building (BSPB) at the University of Arizona’s Phoenix Biomedical Campus, designers from CO Architects and Ayers Saint Gross strived for the same regionally-inspired desert and canyon look they created with the adjacent Health Sciences Education Building (HSEB), which opened in 2012.

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Evolution of masonry cavity wall designs

April 4, 2018

Masonry cavity drainage construction became the norm when architects and masons came to the realization a simple empty space separating two wythes of masonry with a layer of insulation could provide as much comfort as several feet of solid barrier masonry.

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Quality assurance of waterproofing

April 3, 2018

For roofs, concrete assemblies, and mechanical systems, there is an established tradition of testing and inspection to verify both the material installation and construction meet the specified design criteria. Owners usually accept this without hesitation, and are ready to pay for the expenses.

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Living with Water: A museum’s transformative approach to flood mitigation

March 26, 2018

As architects and engineers consider design responses to climate change, BUILDING owners’ priorities and cost will drive specific strategies and scope to mitigate the risks of extreme weather. In all cases, the safety and protection of occupants is paramount.

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Important parameters for effective insulation of HVAC systems

March 8, 2018

Updating a commercial mechanical insulation system is essential to keeping various operations in a building running comfortably. Any Water damage, mold growth, tears, or rips can necessitate updates.

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