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. 2021 Jun 15;249:111180. doi: 10.1016/j.enbuild.2021.111180

Table 5.

Case study BEM envelope constructive features (WBDG/GSA 2005; PNNL 2019)[74], [75].

Roof Composite concrete slab + waterproofing + insulation + metal deck
Wall exterior Precast concrete panel (8 in) + insulation + vapor barrier + GWB (5/8 in)
Wall partitions Slab-to-slab GWB (5/8 in) on metal studs + insulation filling
Wall below grade Reinforced concrete wall (1 ft) + waterproofing + insulation
Floors Composite concrete slab + metal deck
Floors below grade Concrete slab (4 in) + moisture barrier landed on a gravel base
Basement Reinforced concrete walls and slabs
Windows (glazing) Aluminum frame + double glazing (sill 30 in above floor finishing)
Skylight (glazing) Aluminum frame + double glazing with aluminum louvers