Expanding Possibilities: Engineered Design of Masonry Veneer April 9, 2026 Masonry veneer is a well-known and commonly used cladding system found in the built environment due to its aesthetic possibilities and durability. Historically, this “nonstructural” element has fallen under the architect’s purview in the design process, but with increasing complexity in building performance and geometry, building enclosure consultants are frequently joining the design team for, or providing third-party design review of, masonry veneer construction. Technical Article
IIBEC Board of Directors Approves Governance Changes March 27, 2026 IIBEC Board of Directors Approves Governance Changes THE IIBEC BOARD of Directors during its September 26-27, 2025, meeting approved several recommendations from the IIBEC Governance Task Force, formed in September 2023… Technical Article
Finding Balance: The Next Chapter in Low-Slope Roof Design March 27, 2026 Finding Balance: The Next Chapter in Low-Slope Roof Design By Jason P. Wilen, RRO, AIA, NCARB, CDT This paper was presented at the 2025 IIBEC Building Enclosure Symposium AS A FORENSIC architect practicing… Technical Article
Glass Breakage Analysis: The Impact of Nickel Sulfide Inclusions in Building Glazing Part One: Understanding and Identifying NiS March 27, 2026 Glass Breakage Analysis: The Impact of Nickel Sulfide Inclusions in Building Glazing Part One: Understanding and Identifying NiS By Misael Rojas, RRO, AIA, NCARB NICKEL SULFIDE (NIS) inclusions represent a persistent… Technical Article
Join IIBEC for a Webinar on Governance Changes March 27, 2026 In September 2025, the IIBEC Board of Directors approved several recommendations from the IIBEC Governance Task Force, formed with a charge “to ensure that IIBEC’s governance is effective, inclusive, and relevant.” As discussed at the Annual Meeting of the Members at the IIBEC convention in Sacramento, California, the IIBEC Board of Directors, Governance Task Force, and staff have begun the process of implementing the adopted recommendations. One key component will be a vote on changes to the IIBEC Bylaws.
Key Considerations for Roof Drainage Design March 27, 2026 Key Considerations for Roof Drainage Design By Clemente Zamarripa, PE, and Amrish Patel, PE This paper was presented at the 2025 IIBEC International Convention and Trade Show. EFFECTIVE ROOF DRAINAGE is critical for… Technical Article
Chapter News: IIBEC Arizona Chapter Hosts Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament March 26, 2026 The IIBEC Arizona Chapter proudly hosted its first annual Scholarship Golf Tournament at the Ravin Golf Club in Phoenix on March 20, 2026. It was a tremendous success. About IIBEC
