Expertise: Building Science
SKA performed thermographic modelling of multiple design iterations of two different exterior wall configurations using THERM 7.7, a two-dimensional heat transfer computer program for building components such as windows, walls, foundations, roofs, and doors where thermal bridges are of concern. The THERM’s heat-transfer analysis software evaluated the energy efficiency and local temperature patterns in the […]
SKA was requested to perform an analysis of the three proposed wall systems for Page Hall at North Carolina State University using hygrothermal software, WUFI, to evaluate the performance of the wall system and determine if condensation may be an issue. WUFI is an acronym for Wärme Und Feuchte Instationär—which, translated from German, means heat […]
Charleston County Courthouse is located in the historic downtown district and was constructed in the late 1750’s. Stucco and coating distress had worsened based on suspected water intrusion. SKA was engaged to develop an evaluation plan to evaluate moisture issues and distress to design coating and stucco repairs which included a facade evaluation to address […]
SKA provided structural design, as well as MEP and building envelope commissioning services at the North Carolina A&T State University Engineering Research and Innovation Complex (ERIC). The project is a $90 million dollar research building design to accommodate the University’s growing needs for engineering innovation. The 130,000 sf building contains thematic research spaces, living labs/experiential […]
The Willow Oak Montessori campus features three single-story buildings, ample parking, and a nature trail to connect the school with the neighboring housing development. The campus includes the 33,000 sf charter school in addition to The Children’s House, a licensed childcare program. SKA provided assistance to the architect in evaluating wall and roof assemblies using […]
SKA provided building envelope consulting services for the new 7-story, 173-unit brick and panel facade residential apartments with balconies. The project included 3,500 sf prime ground floor retail space and underground parking deck and portions of the building included standing seam metal roofing. Additionally, SKA provided electronic leak detection survey at the south courtyard on […]
