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The Potential Application of Bio-Polymeric Materials in Building Facades: A Framework of multi-performance criteria matrix for selecting optimal materials by the AHP and TOPSIS methods Apr 16, 2018 Ahmed Ali Hassan, PhD , architect and assistant professor, Helwan University
The Power of Words: Grounded Theory Research Methods in Architecture & Design Jun 14, 2017 Christina Bollo (University of British Columbia), Tom Collins (Ball State University)
The Pre-School Child Near Environment: Variable Manipulation and Evaluation Jan 01, 1972 Robert Bartholomew (Cornell University), Marion Potts (Cornell University), Thomas Hertz (Cornell University)
The Psychological Environment of University Student Residences Jan 01, 1972 Marvin S. Gerst (University of California at San Diego), Rudolf H. Moos (Stanford University)
The Reality of Quantifying Curtain Wall Spandrel Thermal Performance: 2D, 3D and Hotbox Testing Apr 13, 2015 Neil Norris, Larry Carbary, Stanley Yee, Patrick Roppel, Phillip Ciantar
The Renwick Gallery of the Smithsonian American Art Museum : A Whole Building Design Guide Case Study Nov 01, 2016 Whole Building Design Guide, a program of the National Institute of Building Sciences
The Role of High-Complexity Low-Resolution (HCLR) Performance Modeling in the Development of Dynamic Building Envelopes Apr 13, 2015 TIm Frank, Assistant Professor, Department of Architecture, SPSU , Chip Clark, Research Assistant Professor, School of Architecture + Design, Virginia Tech
The Role of Research in the Development of Performance Standards Jan 01, 1972 Thorbjoern Mann (University of California, Berkeley), Richard Bender (University of California, Berkeley)
The Status of BIM Application in China’s AEC Industry By Wu Oct 01, 2010 Wu Wei, The University of Florida, Raja R.A. Issa, Ph.D., J.D., P.E., Professor, The University of Florida, Jiayi Pan, Tsinghua University, People’s Republic of China
The Tool Sculpting the Designer; Cognitive Influence of Digital Tools in Shaping Contemporary Architectural Practice Sep 23, 2016 Sangeeth S. Pillai (Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee, India), Mehul Bhatt (University of Bremen, Germany)
The Truth is Out There: Efficiency and Iconic Architecture Can Co-Exist Jan 01, 2013 Joseph Lstiburek, PhD, P.Eng., ASHRAE Fellow (Building Sciences Inc.)
The Ultimate Envelope – Honest, Effective AND Affordable Apr 12, 2010 Keirnyn Ross (Steven Winter Associates), Marc Zuluaga (Steven Winter Associates), Mike Khazzam (Steven Winter Associates)
The Unmistakable Benefits of BIM Enhanced With PIM Apr 01, 2011 Bob Batcheler, Vice President of Industry Marketing, Newforma, Allen Preger, Chief Product Officer, Newforma
The Urban Studio May 13, 2015 Kevin Hinders (University of Illinois, Urbana Champaign)
The Uses and Boundaries of Post Occupancy Evaluation Jan 01, 1988 Harvey Z. Rabinowitz (University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee)
The Value of User Evaluation Studies to the Design Process and Formula Financing Jan 01, 1973 Joan C. Simon (University of Guelph)
The Wave of the Future: AEC gTLD Apr 01, 2011 David E. Ways, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP , DotBim LLP
Thermal and Hygrothermal Analysis in Building Envelope Commissioning Apr 10, 2010 Philip Parker, P. Eng, MRICS, (Read Jones Christoffersen Ltd.), Cara Lozinsky, University of British Columbia
Thermal Bridging: Ignorance Is Not Bliss Jan 01, 2013 Mark Lawton, P. Eng. (Morrison Hershfield Limited), Neil Norris (Morrison Hershfield Limited)
Thermal Bridging: The Final Frontier of High-Performance Buildings Jan 01, 2013 Matt Capone, Assoc. AIA (Schöck USA, Inc.)
Thermal Insulation Systems of the Future Apr 02, 2012 Mark Bomberg (University of Toronto), Marcin Pazera (CENTRIA), Robert Aird (Robert Aird Inc.)
Thermal Performance and Energy Savings Potential of Attic Radiant Barrier Systems Apr 13, 2015 Som Shrestha, PhD, BEMP, ORNL, Andre Desjarlais, ORNL
Thermal Rehabilitation of Existing Building Enclosures by Using VIP (Vacuum Insulation Panel) Sandwich and Timber Based Panels Apr 12, 2010 Christoph Buxbaum (Carinthia University of Applied Sciences), Wolfgang Gallent (Carinthia University of Applied Sciences), Sandra Kircher (Carinthia University of Applied Sciences), Oskar Pankratz (DesignAID), Albert Seiler (KNAUF Insulation Technology)
Thermographic Assessment Specification Requirements for Commissioning and Building Condition Applications Apr 12, 2010 Antonio Colantonio (Public Works and Government Services Canada), Michel Theauvette (Public Works and Government Services Canada)
Three Dimensional Effects on the Thermal Performance of Insulated Curtain Wall Spandrels Apr 16, 2018 Andrew Dunlap, AIA, Principal, SmithGroupJJR Inc., Ryan Asava, Associate, SmithGroupJJR Inc., Katerina Gross, RA, SmithGroupJJR Inc.

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