Underfloor insulation
Thermal resistance below living areas.
Kilowatt-hour (kWh)
Standard unit of energy measurement.
Kickplate sealing
Floor-wall moisture barrier detail.
Key performance indicator (KPI)
Metrics to assess goals.
Kerto beam
Strong laminated wood beam.
K-value
Thermal conductivity of building materials.
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.