01.030.0901: Top of Wall Detail – Anchored Brick Veneer, CMU Backing

Outside view of top of wall: anchored brick veneer with CMU backing

This detail illustrates a parapet condition including the roof termination into the masonry wall and the top of wall termination. The open web steel joists of the roof structure bear on the CMU wall via a steel bearing plate on a CMU bond beam. The roof system terminates with the roof counterflashing engaging with the […]

Hybrid Masonry Design

Hybrid masonry is a structural system that utilizes reinforced masonry walls with a framed structure. The masonry infill can be concrete masonry units, reinforced clay brick, or even reinforced ACC, and frames can be reinforced concrete or structural steel. New Structural engineering software has made it an attractive option for engineers today. [dt_vc_list dividers="false"] IMI [...]

10.030.0733: Extruded Terra Cotta Cornice and Parapet Rebuild

This detail illustrates a rebuild strategy for replacing existing architectural terra cotta cornice, balustrade parapet, and accessory units. The existing terra cotta is replaced with new extruded terra cotta units. It is installed, not filled, with weep holes at the underside of each overhanging unit, which are in turn each secured with new stainless-steel anchorage. […]

Hybrid Masonry Construction

Hybrid masonry is a structural system that utilizes reinforced masonry walls with a framed structure. While the frame can be constructed of reinforced concrete or structural steel, the discussion here will include steel frames in combination with reinforced concrete masonry walls.

Autoclaved Aerated Concrete Masonry Units

Autoclaved Aerated Concrete Masonry Units (AAC) are ultra lightweight concrete blocks with a unique cellular structure that provides superior energy efficiency, fire resistance and acoustical properties.

06.130.F141: Tile Floor With Unbonded Mortar Bed Over Wood Substrate

Tile floor with unbonded mortar bed over wood substrate

This detail shows ceramic tile on an unbonded mortar bed over a wood substrate. The mortar setting bed is separated from the wood with a cleavage membrane to allow the tile assembly to move independent of the structure. The tile may be fresh-set (i.e. the mortar bed is still workable) and adhered to the mortar […]