Building Facade Consultant

Consultancy

sustainability & performance.

Cladding technology is constantly changing with the development of new materials and systems. OuTin is here to make sure you make fast and reasonable decisions as we evaluate the pros and cons of the building options available. From the conceptual design, preparation of façade performance specification, design development through field inspection, we can offer a complete building envelope consultancy.

Architect’s Schematic Designs

Understand the design intent, budget, and building envelope requirements. Review project schematic drawings and all specifications for compliance with codes and client requirements.

Construction Documents

After schematic design, we'll assess project architectural and structural drawings suggesting improvements for building envelope components, interface and waterproofing details, structural elements, and code compliance.

Shop Drawing and Review

Ensure completeness and compliance with local building codes, project specifications, and client requirements in subcontractor- generated shop drawings and submittals. We also assess and provide feedback on schematic drawings and specs.

Packages Calculation

Drawing on our deep experience in creating glazing system calculations, we adeptly review others' calculation notes. We ensure compliance with international standards and rigorous verification checks.

This phase of our services aims to ensure that the components selected and designed during the consulting phases are properly installed

Consulting Services for Building Code Compliance

We understand the objectives of the Code, which are to preserve the safety of people and protect property. We Consider building code requirements when reviewing project documents and subcontractor submissions, and include them in review comments as required.

Propose Mock-Up Testing

For new and bespoke glazing systems that do not have valid Product Approvals, we can prepare testing mockups that meet the requirements of the required façade performance building code such as CWCT, EN, AAMA, etc. Typical testing includes resistance to air and water infiltration, wind loads, racking test and impact requirements.

Compliance with local building codes is present in all the services we provide

Quality Control Services: Inspections and Testing

  • Ensure proper installation of selected and designed components.
  • Attend pre-inspection meetings and conduct periodic site visits.
  • Verify installation aligns with approved documents.
  • Document and report any installation failures to all relevant parties.
  • Re-inspect failed components after subcontractor corrections.
  • State-of-art equipment and resources for field tests, including water infiltration and impact testing.

Forensic investigation of the Building Envelope

  • Adhere to industry standards and engineering best practices.
  • Leverage extensive experience in material selection, installation monitoring, and performance testing.
  • Identify sources of failure in existing buildings, including moisture intrusions and structural constraints.
  • Conduct comprehensive investigations
  • Review available documentation.
  • Conduct interviews with key personnel.
  • Perform on-site inspections.
  • Conduct field tests.
  • Prepare detailed reports with findings and repair or replacement recommendations.