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The AIA Technology in Architectural Practice Knowledge Community (TAP) serves as a resource for AIA members, the profession, and the public in the deployment of computer technology in the practice of architecture. TAP leaders monitor the development of computer technology and its impact on architecture practice and the entire building life cycle, including design, construction, facility management, and retirement or reuse.

    

  • 1.  Best exterior wall assembly

    Posted 08-25-2020 05:53 PM
    I'm designing and building my own home in South Texas, and I've been reading about Building Science exterior wall assemblies where the insulation recommended for this climate is 2" min. rigid insulation installed on the outside of the 2x4 framing and sheathing.  Does anybody has any experience with this method of building? and if so, what details you use for windows, doors, slab to wall, wall to roof, etc.

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    Jorge Pena
    President
    JPA architects
    San Antonio TX
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  • 2.  RE: Best exterior wall assembly

    Posted 08-26-2020 05:20 PM
    Check out buildingscience.com and christine-williamson.com for resources and recommendations for your climate and project type.

    All best,

    B

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    Bradford J. Prestbo 
    FAIA, CDT, CSI
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  • 3.  RE: Best exterior wall assembly

    Posted 08-26-2020 06:27 PM
    Hi Jorge, 
    I also wondered about the complication with transition to screeds, windows, doors. I attended this presentation (see attached) on August 11th. Here are some of the slides showing Zip systems that the architect presenter installed in his house. 

    Hope that helps a bit, 
    Charles




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  • 4.  RE: Best exterior wall assembly

    Posted 08-26-2020 07:23 PM
    Jorge-
    There is a home builder in austin that has great video content on building science on his YouTube channel. Here's a recent video on exactly the topic you're asking about. https://youtu.be/VYqINjqKafY

    Darren C. Heine, AIA, President

    BBA Architects

    www.bba-architects.com

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