Building Systems Research

OVERVIEW

One of the most significant developments in residential design and construction over the past decade has been the growth in understanding around how buildings work, and the awareness that a building functions as a system – what we now call “building science.” This is a distinct departure from the traditional view that a building is comprised of a collection of individual materials, products, and components assembled during different phases of a project – without any relationship between them or how their installation will affect a building’s durability and performance. Building science considerations affect everything from design and detailing to product development and selection to field installation and commissioning. Building science has become the most intense area of research and testing in the industry, and is found at the heart of R&D efforts across all sectors, and playing a central role in updated codes and rating system criteria. This dynamic area of focus will examine the state-of-the-art of building science research and best practices, identify areas needing further technical verification, pinpoint potential emerging problems, and project next-generation building science standards.

VIEWPOINTS

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• Regenerative Design
• Sustainable Communities
• Energy and Carbon
• Materials and Resources
• Water Efficiency
• Indoor Environmental Quality
• Products and Performance
• Building Systems Research
• Market Transformation
• Green Building Codes, Standards, and Rating Systems