Facade Performance & Design Analysis

How does façade design affect energy use, thermal comfort, and daylight? Interface’s Building Science team examines the key elements of high-performance façades, including window-to-wall ratio, glazing and opaque wall performance, shading, heat gain and loss, and daylight availability. The discussion considers how these strategies vary by climate zone and building type, using real-world and hypothetical case studies to illustrate their impact on building performance.