Building Envelope

From insulation and flashing to exterior sheathing, it’s essential that the building envelope of any home be tight, strong, and efficient. Find the latest technology for sturdy, dry, and energy-efficient homes here.

Ray Kappe Plant Prefab modular home

Custom Single-Family LivingHome Designed by Ray Kappe in Santa Monica, Calif. | Courtesy Plant Prefab

Ray Kappe Plant Prefab modular home

Custom Single-Family LivingHome Designed by Ray Kappe in Santa Monica, Calif. | Courtesy Plant Prefab

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Barricade Housewrap plus flash right by Barricade Building Products

Barricade Wrap Plus Drainage also protects against UV rays and is resistant to pressure washing, job site chemicals, and sugars from tree sap and wood sidings.

Barricade Housewrap plus flash right by Barricade Building Products

Barricade Wrap Plus Drainage also protects against UV rays and is resistant to pressure washing, job site chemicals, and sugars from tree sap and wood sidings.

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Peterssen Keller Architecture Credit River Residence photo by Jessica Stoe Photography

This energy efficient home offers a wide variety of sustainable features, including locally sourced ash siding, LEDs, and high-performance windows. Built with structural insulated panels, it also uses closed-cell spray foam in areas where the panels couldn’t be used. Photo: Jessica Stoe Photography

Peterssen Keller Architecture Credit River Residence photo by Jessica Stoe Photography

This energy efficient home offers a wide variety of sustainable features, including locally sourced ash siding, LEDs, and high-performance windows. Built with structural insulated panels, it also uses closed-cell spray foam in areas where the panels couldn’t be used. Photo: Jessica Stoe Photography

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