Most successful glazing systems are the result of a team effort, where the architect, engineer, contractor, and fabricator pool their knowledge and creativity to produce a functionally and aesthetically successful design. Using example drawings and construction detail photos, Devil’s Detail 09 illustrates the process of designing and building evocative building envelopes that achieve high performance standards.
Devil’s Detail 09: High Performance Envelopes
The AGI Devil’s Details educational series of articles illustrates and describes common glazing challenges as a means to communicate best practices for the design and construction industry, not as a sole source for design guidance. AGI recommends design professionals consult with an AGI contractor regarding specific project challenges.