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Issue 1/2026 Volume 42 Number 1
Office building facade view from ground up

Aging structures like this Pittsburgh office tower, built in 1964, offer little resistance to heat loss, cycling between uncomfortable extremes.

Thermal Performance Upgrades for Facade Assemblies

By Daniel L. Bishop, AIA

Enhancing the thermal performance of building facades not only improves occupant comfort but also lowers energy costs and cuts carbon emissions. Upgrades such as better insulation, continuous air barriers, and high-performance glazing deliver measurable savings while extending the life of the building.


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