Moisture-related problems are common at critical interface conditions in the building enclosure due to discontinuities in the air/moisture control layers. One such instance is where a parapet at a lower roof meets an exterior rising wall of an upper floor or another enclosure assembly.
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With only 10 percent of the architectural, engineering, contracting, and owner (AECO) industry being women, we must find a way to build a more diverse workforce.
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The CSI community strives to be open, inclusive, and sharing. This community helped many of us reimagine our careers, supported and deepened our strengths, and pushed us to new heights during that difficult time.
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Two options can be considered when a new roof is needed on an existing building: completely remove and replace all existing roofing materials (replacement), or install a new one over the existing roof (re-cover).
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The CSI College of Fellows has selected five new members to the 2020 class. Each Fellow was nominated through a rigorous application process, and then elected by the Jury of Fellows for membership. Fellowship is one of the top two honors given by the institute.
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CSI’s highest honor, the Distinguished Member, is being awarded to Phillip L. McDade, FCSI, CCS, FASLA, DTM, for his accomplishments within the CSI Community. McDade will be the 54th member to be inducted into this elite group with the first award dating back to 1954.
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As noted in previous columns, successful long-term performance for repointing mortar joints in an existing masonry structure requires the development of an appropriate mortar mix, proper installation, and correct designation of the type and extent of work required.
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From Stonehenge and the Pyramids to Romanesque, Renaissance, and Neoclassicism, a recent article on Thoughtco.com traces the timeline of western influences on building design. What is your favorite design era?
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The latest edition of the Project Delivery Practice Guide (PDPG) in an easy-to-read layout offers updated information on best practices to help you lead successful projects to completion on time. It is now available on the CSI Bookstore.
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Earlier this summer, CSI unveiled CROSSWALK, the first agile application programming interface (API) that integrates fundamental construction industry organizational standards.
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