The Ideal Interface with the Outside Environment

Buildings are a work of art; right from the foundation to the minute decor, they require every bit of planning. Light, wind, heat, water and sound are all forms of energy that interact with a building’s environment exchanging matter and energy in the process. Architects and engineers plan and study the building’s design and surroundings to develop the best conditions for its occupants.

Windows, being part of a building’s fenestration, massively influence the structure’s envelope design. They come in various styles, sizes, materials and combinations thereof. To make the best of windows, it is important to know how they contribute to boosting the energy efficiency of the building’s enclosure. Here is a guide to the building’s envelope design and the role played by windows in enhancing it.