More stories about Post-Occupancy Performance

• Building Information Modeling

  Building Information Modeling software (BIM) enables communication across the disciplines involved in the design and construction of building applications.

• Success With EIFS

  A team of EIFS investigators and consultants provides advice on the design, materials, and installation details that make for a durable job.

• Designing & Testing Forced-Air Systems

  Here are steps you can take to ensure proper sizing and installation of air-conditioning and forced-air heating. Included is a list of detailed specifications that will guarantee state-of-the-art performance.

• Exterior Soundproofing That Works

  These details, used in soundproofing programs near the nation’s airports, do a good job of keeping exterior noise out.

• Letters

  Drywall codes; back-priming discussion; CAD for Macs; sizing I-joists for clear spans; safety reminder; more

• Resources

  Read up on construction-quality standards

• Resources

  Green building guides

• Resources

  Managing the subtrades; building problems primer; self-help for builders; more

• Choosing Collated Nails

  Cheap generic nails seem like a bargain up front, but you may pay the price later in jams and misfires. This article explains how to make an intelligent choice in generic nails, and looks at the many new collated specialty nails on the market.

• Best-Practice Energy Upgrades

  Here are five cost-effective ways to cut energy costs in new construction and remodels.