ID 24011 Lecture Notes - Lecture 7: Building Envelope, Mineral Wool, Vapor Barrier

• School: Kent State University
• Department: Interior Design
• Course: ID 24011
• Professor: John

Document Summary

It would include the implementation of similar materials not available everywhere: exterior facade, components, structure, can carry a load. Insulation: represented with a swirly line on a section cut, deviates the path of cold air coming in or hot air leaving because of the compressed material, ex: fiberglass spray, rigid foam, spray foam, factors. Includes fixed: openings, shading, horizontal | vertical, permanent tint | etched glass, permanent openings, minimal chance for future alterations. Includes operable: windows (sliding, hinged, horizontal and vertical blinds, louvers, drapes, reactive to weather conditions. Insulated panels: benefits, allows the opportunity for passive strategies, reactive to weather conditions. In the most flexible designs the occupant is able to control: number of openings, size and location of the dwelling, orientation, height. Roofing: types, gable, normal arrowhead look, shed, one-sided angle, components, siding, vents, shingles, sheathing, gypsum board, sealant, wood frame.