30 Questions
Match the building envelope functions with their descriptions:
Control Function = The ability of a building envelope to control and moderate the exchange of mass and energy Finish Function = The aesthetics of the finished surface, the visual, textural, and other aspects Distribution Function = The ability of a building envelope to control and moderate the exchange of mass and energy
Match the following terms with their definitions:
Aesthetics = A design's pleasing qualities Decay = Gradually becoming bad or weak due to natural causes Weathering = The process of water moving from one place to another Moisture Transfer = The action of weather conditions altering the color or texture of objects
Match the building codes with their descriptions:
National Building Code of the Philippines = A referral code to the NBC that seeks to improve the efficiency of building performance Philippine Green Building Code = Concerned with the acceptable standard designs for building envelopes National Structural Code of the Philippines = A referral code to the NBC that provides standards for building structures
Match the following factors with their effects on aesthetics:
Weathering = Altering the color, texture, or form of exposed objects Decay = Filling or soaking with water to make it heavy or hard to manage Waterlogging = Gradually becoming bad or weak due to natural causes Moisture Transfer = Reducing heat transfer from the outside to the inside of a building
Match the exchanges with their environments:
Mass = Exterior and interior environments Energy = Exterior and interior environments Services = Interior environment Moisture = Exterior and interior environments
Match the building envelope functions with their aspects:
Control Function = Heat, sound, fire, and light Finish Function = Visual, textural, and other aspects Distribution Function = Power, communication, water, and gas
Match the following sources of moisture with their descriptions:
Liquid Precipitation = Water from the soil Water Vapor = Water from the air Liquid Vapor from Soil = Water from rainfall or other forms of precipitation Built-in Moisture = Water from construction materials or within a building
Match the building codes with their purposes:
National Building Code of the Philippines = To improve the efficiency of building performance Philippine Green Building Code = To improve the efficiency of building performance National Structural Code of the Philippines = To provide standards for building structures
Match the following transport processes with their descriptions:
Vapor Diffusion = Movement of water vapor through air currents Vapor Convection = Movement of water vapor from high to low concentration Liquid Water Capillarity = Movement of liquid water through porous materials Moisture Transfer = Reducing heat transfer from the outside to the inside of a building
Match the following terms with their associations:
The Piano House = Aesthetics Fire Code of the Philippines = Fire resistive walls RHOEN ANNE SARTE = Aesthetics JELLENE VALDEZ = Moisture Transfer
Match the building envelope aspects with their descriptions:
Aesthetics = The visual, textural, and other aspects of the finished surface Services = The distribution of power, communication, water, and gas Exchanges = The exchange of mass and energy between the exterior and interior environments Finished Surface = The visual, textural, and other aspects of the finished surface
Match the following terms with their effects on building materials:
Decay = Weakening or destroying building materials Waterlogging = Filling building materials with water, making them heavy Moisture Transfer = Reducing heat transfer from the outside to the inside of a building Weathering = Altering the color, texture, or form of building materials
Match the following terms with their corresponding definitions:
Atrium = A large open air or skylight covered space surrounded by a building. Durability = The ability of a building to withstand external forces. Below Grade = A space above ground level. Fenestration = The arrangement of windows and doors in a building.
Match the following types of loads with their descriptions:
Live Loads = The weight of occupants, furniture, and other movable objects. Dead Loads = The weight of the building itself, including walls and roofs. Wind Loads = The pressure exerted by wind on the building. Earthquake Loads = The force generated by seismic activity.
Match the following terms with their corresponding descriptions:
Performance-Based Building (PBB) = A construction market environment that prioritizes long-term building performance. Support Function = The ability of a building to resist and transfer loads. Enclosure = The exterior envelope of a building, including walls and roofs. Permeable = Allowing water to pass through, used to describe exterior walls.
Match the following types of walls with their descriptions:
Foundation Walls = Walls that transfer loads to the foundation. Single-Wythe Walls = Walls composed of a single layer of material. Multi-Wythe Walls = Walls composed of multiple layers of material. Impermeable Walls = Walls that prevent water from passing through.
Match the following terms with their corresponding descriptions:
Roof = A barrier against air, rain, snow, hail, ice, branches, and debris. Atrium = A large open air or skylight covered space surrounded by a building. Plaza Deck = A horizontal surface that provides exterior space for recreation or pedestrian use. Slab on Grade = A type of foundation system that is in contact with the ground.
Match the following terms with their corresponding descriptions:
Exterior Walls = The outermost layer of a building, including walls and windows. Fenestration = The arrangement of windows and doors in a building. Roof Decks = The surface of a roof that provides a barrier against the elements. Plaza = An exterior space that is below grade level.
Match the sustainable design principles with their descriptions:
Optimize Energy Use = Minimize energy consumption and improve energy performance Optimize Site Potential = Maximize natural resources and reduce waste Use Greener Materials = Minimize depletion of energy, water, and raw materials Building Envelope = Influences comfort, visuals, and energy use
Match the building envelope components with their functions:
Thermal Insulation = Reduce heat transfer and energy loss Spectrally Selective Glazing = Control thermal, solar, and daylighting performance Solar Shading Devices = Control amount of solar radiation entering a building Lighting Sensors = Adjust perimeter lighting levels based on daylight availability
Match the energy-efficient strategies with their purposes:
Photovoltaic Panels = Generate on-site renewable energy Energy Simulation = Optimize building envelope performance Commission Envelope Elements = Identify issues impacting building energy performance High-Performance Glazing = Minimize heat transfer and energy loss
Match the sustainable design elements with their benefits:
Greener Materials = Reduce depletion of energy, water, and raw materials Optimized Building Envelope = Improve energy performance and comfort Solar Shading Devices = Reduce solar radiation and energy consumption Lighting Sensors = Minimize energy waste and optimize lighting levels
Match the building envelope aspects with their importance:
Thermal Insulation = Critical for energy efficiency and comfort Glazing Performance = Affects daylighting, solar radiation, and energy performance Solar Shading Devices = Controls solar radiation and reduces energy consumption Envelope Performance = Impacts overall building energy performance
Match the sustainable design strategies with their goals:
Optimize Energy Use = Minimize energy consumption and waste Optimize Site Potential = Maximize natural resources and reduce waste Use Greener Materials = Reduce environmental impact and promote sustainability Commission Envelope Elements = Ensure optimal building energy performance
Match the flowing concept with its definition:
Liquid Gravity Flow = Downward movement of liquid water under the influence of gravity Durability = Ability of a building to withstand environmental factors while maintaining its integrity and functionality Short-term durability = Focus on sustainability and energy efficiency in home building Risk management = Minimizing liability exposure through durable construction
Match the factors with their effects on durability:
Rapidly changing environmental factors = Increases maintenance cost and liability exposure Poor durability = Increases operating and maintenance cost of home ownership Adequate durability = Enhances builder’s and designer’s reputation High durability = Increases customer satisfaction and manufacturer gains
Match the importance of durability with its consequences:
Avoidance of short-term durability = Wasted efforts on sustainability policies and green homes Long-term durability = Retaining investment value and functionality of homes Low durability = Increased maintenance and decreased customer satisfaction High durability = Enhanced business profitability and reputation
Match the consequence of poor durability with its impact:
Increases operating and maintenance cost = Premature failure of new products Increases liability exposure = Failure to meet reasonable expectations Customer dissatisfaction = Losses for manufacturers Decreased investment value = Increased risk for builders and designers
Match the durable building characteristic with its benefit:
Durability = Retaining investment value and functionality Low maintenance = Enhanced customer satisfaction and sales High durability = Reduced liability exposure and business risks Sustainability = Reduced environmental impact and energy efficiency
Match the importance of durability with its relevance:
Avoidance of short-term durability = Business profitability and reputation Long-term durability = Retaining investment value and functionality of homes Durability in construction = Energy efficiency and sustainability in homes Importance of durability = Customer satisfaction and manufacturer gains
Test your knowledge of building design and architecture, covering topics such as atria roofs, below grade spaces, durability, and exterior walls.
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