Title ABE 162 - Lecture 3 - BUILDING ENVELOPE.pdf ✅

BUILDING ENVELOPE ABE 162 – AB PLANT AND LIVESTOCK SYSTEMS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL ENGINEERING PREPARED BY: ENGR. CHIRIATHJEARIM C. ENRIQUEZ INSTRUCTOR I
BUILDING ENVELOPE ❖ The building envelope is the physical barrier between the exterior and interior environments enclosing a structure. ❖ Generally, the building envelope is comprised of a series of components and systems that protect the interior space from the effects of the environment like precipitation, wind, temperature, humidity, and ultraviolet radiation.

Walls ❖ Walls within the building envelope serve multiple functions, including providing structural support, thermal insulation, moisture control, and air tightness. ❖ Depending on their design and placement, walls can be either load-bearing, which support the structure above, or non-load-bearing, which primarily function as partitions. ❖ In addition to structural roles, walls help maintain indoor temperature by insulating against heat loss or gain and also serve as an air barrier to minimize energy loss. ❖ Effective moisture control within walls is essential to prevent water intrusion, which can lead to mold and structural damage. ❖ Walls contribute to soundproofing by minimizing noise transmission from the outside, enhancing interior comfort.