by Todd C. Skopic, CSI, CDT, LEED AP
Today, more architectural firms are pushing the limits of building design. In turn, designing a safe and efficient building envelope is becoming more complex. The growing practice of combining open-joint rainscreens with unconventional wall orientations, such as backward sloping, offers a prime example.
The Cavity Wall Conundrum
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