Dry construction

Without wet trades, quick and precise.

Drainage layer

For managing surface and subsurface water

Design-to-cost

Adapting designs to budget without performance

Damp control

Preventing condensation through smart materials.

Underfloor insulation

Thermal resistance below living areas.

Decarbonization

Reducing CO₂ in materials and energy.

Utility room

Designated space for washing and storage.

User interface

pps or displays to manage building systems.

Urban heat island

Higher urban temperatures due to materials.

U-value

Measure of heat flow through a material; lower = better.