Building Enclosure Podcasts

Sean Walker, Product Manager with Citadel Architectural Products, joined us recently to chat about his webinar, “Pane-Less: The Glazing Infill Panel Advantage”. Listen in as Sean talks about what glazing infill panels are and why they've become such a valuable option in today's building envelope design. Register for this free webinar

Building Enclosure sits down with Stevan Vinci, our 2025 Building Enclosure Leadership Award Winner, to celebrate his outstanding contributions to the industry. Stevan shares his professional journey, his passion for building science and sustainability, and the experiences that have shaped his global impact.

We're joined by Matt Braun and Jason Conley—both Building Design Managers for GAF—to explore the critical role of roof systems in resilient building design. Matt and Jason share practical strategies and key design considerations that help roofs resist wind, manage water, and ensure buildings remain operable in the aftermath of a storm. Register for this free webinar

Jason Wilen, an associate principal at Klein and Hoffman in Chicago, joined us on behalf of the Coalition for Sustainable Roofing to chat about the organization and what they're working on lately. Listen in to hear about some of COSUR's key issues and how they work with manufacturers to better our industry. Sponsored by

Catch an exclusive preview of the upcoming webinar “Development and Adoption of Air Leakage in Building Codes” featuring Theresa Weston, building science research professional and owner of The Holt Weston Consultancy. Theresa shares her expertise on how air leakage control requirements have evolved in ASHRAE 90.1 and the IECC, the differences between model codes and adopted regulations, and the challenges states face when implementing energy efficiency codes. Listeners will gain valuable insight into future trends shaping code adoption. Register for this free webinar

Get an exclusive preview the live webinar “Designing Roofs to Withstand Nature's Worst”. Presenters Andrea Wagner Watts, Building Science Education Manager for GAF | Siplast, and Erin Andes, Director of Design Outreach for GAF | Siplast, share insights into designing resilient commercial roofs. They also explore updates to ASCE 7-2022 wind requirements, the importance of edge metal codes, and strategies for withstanding severe hail events. Register for this free webinar

Mark Graham, Vice President of Technical Services for the National Roofing Contractors Association, joined us to talk about some current, technical events going on in the commercial roofing industry. Listen in as Mark talks about the new code adoptions in Wisconsin and New York, and more. Sponsored by

David Mercer, Regional Sales Manager for Carlisle Architectural Metals, joined us to discuss his webinar, “Fit to Be Clad. Evaluating, Selecting and Pricing Architectural Metal Cladding Systems”. Listen in to hear David talk about how material choices—such as aluminum, galvanized steel, and zinc—affect long-term performance and cost in architectural cladding systems. Register for this free webinar

Chadwick Collins, SPRI's Technical Director, joined us recently to chat about what SPRI has been working on lately and some standards that are being revised. Listen in to hear what the association has been doing behind the scenes. Sponsored by

Brad Van Dam, Vice President of Growth, Carlisle Architectural Metals, joined us to chat about his webinar, “Loss Mitigation Through Building Design: Edge Metal Insights to Reduce Risk and Raise Resilience”. Listen in to hear how recent increases in natural disaster events influenced building code requirements for roof edge securement. Register for this free webinar

Matt Copeland, founder of Copeland Building Envelope Consulting, and Jennifer Keegan, Senior Director of Building & Roofing Science for GAF, joined us recently to discuss their webinar, “Understanding & Designing for Moisture Movement”. Listen in to hear some of the most common challengers designers face when addressing moisture movement in buildings. Register for this free webinar

Joanna Giovanoli, Senior Marketing Manager for the Infrastructure and Wire & Cable markets at Dow, joins us to chat about the strategy behind high-performance building enclosures, and the advanced materials hidden within our walls, floors and foundations.

Building Enclosure's Publisher, Jill Bloom, sits down with IIBEC's President and CEO, Brian Pallasch, to discuss IIBEC's highly anticipated Building Enclosure Symposium, set for October 26–28 in St. Louis. The event will also showcase 30 exhibitors, offering attendees direct access to the latest materials, systems, and technologies in the building enclosure industry. Listen in to hear more.

Andrea Wagner Watts, Building Science Education Manager for GAF | Siplast Building & Roofing Science, and Benjamin Meyer, Building Enclosure Business Director with Siplast, joined us recently to talk about their webinar, “Future-Proofing Buildings with Whole-Building AWBs.” Listen and watch as Andi and Benjamin discuss why resilience is becoming a core priority in modern building design, particularly in light of increasingly severe weather events. Register for this free webinar

Steve Burns, Founder of The Well-Designed Firm, joins us to chat about his webinar, "The 60-Minute MBA for Architects". Listen in as Steve discusses why a “business-thinking” mindset is essential for architects, and the most common business blind spots architects tend to have, and how can they begin to address them. Register for this free webinar

Jeff Henry, Metal Construction Association's executive director, joined us to chat about the formation of the new Metal Resilience Council. Listen as Jeff explains what inspired the formation of the council, and how metal construction uniquely contributes to resilience in the face of climate-related threats and natural disasters.

Many of tariffs announced earlier this year by the Trump Administration are set to take place this month and there are some indications that a comprehensive deal with China could be in the works. Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney, partner with Adams & Reese, explains the recent news and potential impact on the roofing industry and other skilled tradespeople. “You're going to see more and more trade deals, similar to what we saw with the (United Kingdom) just a few weeks ago … and the chaotic nature that we saw at the beginning of Q2 I think is going to start dying down,” Cotney said. Listen to the full conversation here.

Don Allen, executive director of the Steel Framing Industry Association, joined us to chat about his webinar, “Sustainable Steel Framing in the Building Envelope.” Listen in as Don goes over some of the biggest misconceptions architects and engineers still have about steel framing in terms of sustainability, and how design professionals can take full advantage of steel's sustainability benefits in their upcoming projects. Register for this free webinar

Albert Carrillo, CEO of the Western Wall & Ceiling Contractor Association, joins us to chat about his webinar, “Sealed and Delivered: The Role of Water-Resistive Barriers.” Listen in as Albert goes into detail about some key building code requirements for water-resistive barriers in exterior wall assemblies, and how building codes influence their selection and installation. Register for this free webinar

Websites are a staple for any business, including those for design professionals, but there's more to maintaining them than uploading photos and updating proposals. Anna Anderson, CEO of Art Unlimited, warns architects that their sites may not be accessible and offers solutions on how to ensure they're compliant.

We recently spoke with Tony McConnell from RAMSA (Robert A.M. Stern Architects) about designing traditional buildings with stone facades using architectural precast systems.

David Mistler, Product Manager for CEMCO, joins us to chat about his webinar, "High-Performance Joint Firestopping.” Listen in as David previews his presentation, and explains how firestopping methods have evolved from traditional techniques to the use of modern preformed materials. Register for this free webinar

Steve Burns, Founder of The Well-Designed Firm, joined us to chat about what to expect during his webinar, "Benchmarking: The Secret Weapon of High-Performing Engineering Firms.” Listen in to also hear about the most commonly overlooked KPIs in the architecture and engineering industry. Register for this free webinar

Benjamin Glunz, CEO of Anguleris (the team behind BIMsmith), joined us recently to chat about the main pain points architects face when researching building products, and how BIMsmith approaches product discovery differently compared to other platforms or traditional methods.

Mel Oncu, Chief Strategy Officer for the International Code Council, joined us to chat about this year's Building Safety Month theme and what our industry can do to promote safety at every level.

Hamed Kayello, Product Manager at Georgia-Pacific, joined us to talk about his webinar, “Advanced Design Against Adverse Conditions in a Commercial Roofing System.” Listen in as he chats about some common risk factors when it comes to roof damage, and the benefits of fiber glass gypsum-faced panels. Register for this free webinar

We were joined by Al Janni, Product Testing/Code Approval Specialist for Duro-Last, to chat about RICOWI and what the association has been working on. Listen in as Al talks about his position and the upcoming RICOWI fall seminar in Texas.

Andrea Wagner Watts, Building Science Education Manager for GAF | Siplast, and Benjamin Meyer, Building Enclosure Business Director with Siplast, joined us to talk about their webinar, “Unlock Enhanced Building Performance: Improved Durability and Efficiency Using Air Barriers and Vapor Retarders.” Listen in as they go over the differences between air barriers and vapor retarders, and how these materials impact roof and wall design and performance. Register for this free webinar

Chadwick Collins, SPRI's Technical Director, tells us all about what SPRI's been working on behind the scenes and some new updates, including the 2025 revision of the RD-1 standard, formally titled ANSI/SPRI RD-1 Performance Standard for Retrofit Drains.

Aaron Alterman, Curtain Wall Support Specialist for Specified Technologies Inc., chats with us about his webinar, “The Basics of Perimeter Fire Containment.” Listen in as Aaron discusses the impact of ASTM E 2307, and what to expect to hear during the live presentation. Register for this free webinar

Mark Graham, NRCA's vice president of technical services, joined us to chat about his webinar, “Proper Wind Design of Roof Systems.” During this presentation, Mark will provide a basic overview of proper wind design of roof systems and discuss ASCE 7-22's new tornado wind load provisions, which apply over a large region of the U.S. Listen in to hear more. Register for this free webinar

Jill Bloom, Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, chats with the new incoming President of The International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants, Chris Dawkins.

Design Draw Build's Director of Design-Build Integration, Justin Yonker, joined us recently to discuss how architects can focus on strategies that ensure long-term sustainability and adaptability without compromising on affordability.

Marcy Sagel, Founder and President of MSA Interiors, recently sat down with us to chat with us about what goes into designing for aging in place and some key design strategies to think about when it comes to senior living.

The roofing industry has long battled a perception problem when it comes to reliability and professionalism on the job. But that's changing largely because industry stakeholders like the leaders at the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) said enough was enough.

Group Publisher Jill Bloom speaks with EIMA's Executive Director Stephen Sears. Stephen reports on some updates with the association, as well as this year's show in Florida.

PSMJ Resources, Inc. together with METALCON, is calling on industry partners to support the PSMJ Disaster Rebuilding Fund, a 501(c)(3) organization focused on rebuilding communities affected by natural disasters. Founder and CEO, Frank A. Stasiowski, sat with us recently to discuss how the industry can help with this initiative.

Engineering Analysis is a necessary tool to provide the fire protection and safety of our buildings. Keith Nelson, Commercial Application Leader & Fire Performance Subject Matter Expert at DuPont, and Daniel Martin, Lead Fire Protection Engineer at Jensen Hughes, joined us to chat about their webinar “Pitfalls and Challenges of NFPA 285 Engineering Analysis.” Register for this free webinar

Tyler Gilpin from Polyglass joined us to chat about his webinar, "The Critical Aspect of Air and Water-Resistant Barriers Within the Building Envelope." Listen to learn more about what this webinar has to offer. Register for this free webinar

Michael Popeck, the Northeast Design Manager of Building & Roofing Science for GAF, and Jon Wentworth, the Sr. Director of Liquids & Coatings for GAF, joined us to chat about their webinar, "Going Seamless: The What, Where & Why of Liquid Applied Roofing." Register for this free webinar

Steve Burns, Founder of The Well-Designed Firm, joins us to chat about his webinar, "Next-Gen Leadership: Essential Training for Architecture Firm Growth.” Listen in to hear a preview. Register for this free webinar

IIBEC's Convention & Trade Show is coming up March 6-9, in Orlando, Fla. Recently, Building Enclosure's Group Publisher, Jill Bloom, sat down with IIBEC's EVP and CEO, Brian Pallasch, to highlight what attendees can expect to see at this year's show.

Nancy Bateman, Senior Registrar and Director of Collections for the National Building Museum, joins us to talk about VISIBLE VAULT, the new open collections exhibition.

Anne Law, Sr. Vice President of Professional and Government Affairs with The National Institute of Building Sciences, joins us to chat about the Elevate 2025 event coming up on March 4th.

Andrea Wagner Watts, the Building Science Education Manager for GAF | Siplast Building & Roofing Science Team, and Benjamin Runyan, the Director Product Management for PVC & Modified Bitumen Systems at GAF, joined us to chat about their webinar, “Modified Bitumen Roof Assemblies: Where Old Meets New.” Register for this free webinar

Shaun Katz, Product Line Manager for Detec Systems, joins us to chat about his webinar, “Electronic Leak Detection for Roofing, Waterproofing and the Building Envelope.”This one-hour course will cover Electronic Leak Detection (ELD) testing methods used for quality assurance of roofing and waterproofing membranes. Register for this free webinar

Building Enclosure was joined by Audrey McGarrell, LEED Green Associate and Project Manager with Cool Roof Rating Council, to talk about the release of the 2025 edition of the ANSI/CRRC S100 standard.

Building Enclosure was joined Panu Pasanen, CEO & Founder of One Click LCA, to talk about what 2024's top sustainability data tells us about the built environment, and what 2025 may bring.

Daniel Overbey, an Associate Principal and Director of Sustainability for Indiana-based Browning Day, joins us to chat about his webinar, "Emerging Trends in High-Performance Enclosure Optimization." Listen in as Dan goes over some of the best ways design teams can go about optimizing their enclosures for high-performance outcomes. Register for this free webinar

Erin Andes, Director of Design Outreach, for GAF | Siplast, joined us recently to chat about her upcoming webinar, “Building Science and Life Safety in Wood Framed Construction.” Listen in as Erin talks about how building codes have begun to challenge designers when it comes to safety and energy efficiency requirements.Register for this free webinar

George K. Guszcza, D.Eng, CPEM, CCM, President and CEO of the National Institute of Building Sciences, joins Building Enclosure's Group Publisher Jill Bloom to chat about the upcoming Building Innovation: Emerging Technologies Series, Digital Twins 2024 show set to take place December 9-11 in National Harbor, Maryland. Listen in as George goes over this year's show and what to look forward to.