Resilient Exteriors
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Designing a structure that is resilient requires a strong understanding of material and building science. This course discusses the composition, performance, and application of engineered polymer siding and trim and capped polymer cladding to illustrate the benefits to home and building owners when construction materials are selected with resilience and sustainability in mind.
Upon completion of this course, the Learner should be able to:
- Define resilience, discuss what it means to design with resilience in mind, and show how it shares the same sustainable design objectives as a climate-responsive design strategy.
- Examine the relationship between a building’s resilience and the safety of the occupants and a community.
- Discuss materials selection considerations for facilitating resilient construction to ensure a structure maintains livable conditions in the event of a destructive weather event.
- Examine the physical properties and performance attributes of polymer siding and trim and capped polymer cladding and discuss why polymers can create resilient exteriors, safeguarding a building against natural and man-made events.
- Explain how polymer siding and trim and capped polymer cladding is installed and demonstrate how it can be used to create an array of exterior designs.
Approximately 1 hour. Delivered online, at your own pace.
Presented by Jeff Augustian on behalf of AZEK Building Products. View the Privacy Policy .
Presenter Information
Name: Jeff Augustian
Title: Sales Lead, Architectural Development, AZEK Building Products
Background:
Jeff Augustian is the Sales Lead for Architectural Development at The AZEK Company, based in Chicago, IL. He has been with the company for two years. In his time at AZEK, he has been in several sales roles, starting out with contractor and dealer facing roles. Since then, Jeff has been a driving force in creating a team dedicated solely to making TimberTech and AZEK the easiest manufacturer for architects to work with. Jeff’s understanding of the process and many components of the building industry has helped him be the best resource for his customers he can be.
Jeff Lives in Chicago, Illinois spending his free time playing golf, being out on the water, and working toward his goal of visiting all 30 MLB ballparks.
