Skip to content

Resource Library

Best Wall Practices | Open-joint Cladding | Insights from Dr. Joe Lstiburek 

Video

Overview

Watch as Dr. Joe Lstiburek discusses the challenges of open-joint cladding and best practices.

Open-joint cladding design elements are being applied by the world’s most advanced building professionals designing some of the most cutting-edge buildings. However, they require extra attention to manage the infiltration of exterior weather. While enhancing the visual aesthetics of a building, this design can expose structural components within the wall to wind, water, and sun, ultimately jeopardizing building performance if not properly protected. Dr. Joe Lstiburek, acclaimed educator and founding principal of Building Science Corporation, discusses the challenges of open-joint cladding and best practices.

Related Resources

Hyperlink icon to reveal a BPA Resource Video

Passive House Accelerator: Passive House Multi Family: Best Practices and Lessons Learned

This Passive House Accelerator Construction Tech Episode explores the intersection of construction technology and sustainable housing solutions.

Hyperlink icon to reveal a BPA Resource Video

IAQ Radio: Restoration Contractors Insurance Do’s and Don’ts

IAQ Radio welcomes Jennifer Sterling to discuss Restoration Contractors Insurance Do’s and Don’ts.

Download this BPA resource

NEEP: Affordable Housing and Building Energy Codes

This resource addresses the misconception that energy codes negatively impact affordable housing.