Views and Operable Windows New Residential What are Views and Operable Windows? Indoor environments impact occupant well-being and productivity. Aspects of the indoor environment such as access to views and natural light, connection to nature, and personal control...
Moisture Control New Residential What is Moisture Control? Moisture control is a strategy to minimize excessive moisture in the indoor environment. Excess moisture is at the center of many problems related to building durability and indoor air quality in all types of...
Individual Comfort Controls New Residential What are Individual Comfort Controls? Individual comfort controls allow residents to control airflow and temperature in individual rooms or a specific section of the house or residential building. Individual comfort levels...
Entryway Systems New Residential What are Entryway Systems? Entryway or “walk-off” systems are grills, grates, or mats that reduce the amount of dirt, dust, pollen, and other biological and non-biological agents entering a residence.[1] As much as 80 percent of the...
Acoustic Comfort New Residential What is Acoustic Comfort? Acoustic comfort refers to an occupant’s experience related to sound in a building or a specific space within a building. A space with excellent acoustics has a minimal echo and controls excess noise from...
Water-Efficient Landscaping New Residential What is Water-Efficient Landscaping? Water-efficient landscaping refers to several different terms, such as water-wise, water-smart low-water, and natural landscaping that all rely on the same basic principles.[1] Xeriscape...
