Our Services

Building Enclosure Consulting

Comprehensive design and consulting services for every component of the building envelope — from concept through construction documents.

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Expert Design for Every Envelope System

Streamline Building Enclosures provides full-spectrum consulting services that address every layer of the building envelope. Our approach integrates performance, aesthetics, and constructability to deliver enclosure systems that protect buildings for decades.

Architectural drawings and building enclosure blueprints

Our Consulting Services

Waterproofing Design

Below-grade and above-grade waterproofing system design including plaza decks, podium slabs, tunnels, and foundation walls. We evaluate site conditions, select appropriate systems, and produce detailed construction documents.

  • Below-grade waterproofing
  • Plaza and podium deck systems
  • Foundation wall protection
  • Drainage and protection board design
  • Specification writing

Cladding and Façade Design

Design and specification of exterior cladding systems including metal panel, EIFS, masonry veneer, fiber cement, and composite systems. We coordinate with structural and MEP disciplines to ensure seamless integration.

  • Metal panel systems
  • EIFS and stucco systems
  • Masonry veneer design
  • Fiber cement and composite cladding
  • Rainscreen assemblies

Fenestration Design

Window, curtain wall, storefront, and skylight design and specification. We evaluate thermal performance, structural requirements, and water management to select and detail the right glazing systems.

  • Curtain wall systems
  • Storefront and window wall
  • Window specification and detailing
  • Skylight and overhead glazing
  • Thermal and condensation analysis

Roofing Design

Low-slope and steep-slope roofing system design including membrane roofing, metal roofing, green roofs, and photovoltaic-integrated assemblies. We produce complete roofing construction documents.

  • Low-slope membrane roofing
  • Metal roofing systems
  • Green roof assemblies
  • Roof-to-wall interface detailing
  • Drainage and overflow design

Expansion Joint Design

Expansion and seismic joint system design for exterior walls, roofs, plaza decks, and parking structures. We select and detail joint systems that accommodate movement while maintaining weathertightness.

  • Exterior wall expansion joints
  • Roof expansion joints
  • Plaza and deck joints
  • Seismic joint systems
  • Parking structure joints

Peer Review and Quality Assurance

Independent peer review of building enclosure designs prepared by others. We evaluate constructability, performance, and code compliance to identify issues before construction begins.

  • Design peer review
  • Drawing and specification review
  • Code compliance evaluation
  • Constructability assessment
  • Written review reports

Three-Dimensional Isometric Detail Drawings

Preparation of custom envelope detail drawings illustrating the assembly of envelope components at three-dimensional critical transitions. These drawings depict multiple layers to help the contractor understand the envelope assembly and the installation of components at these critical transitions.

  • Plan view drawings
  • Roofing tapered insulation layouts
  • Section details
  • Isometric detail drawings
  • Perspective drawings
  • Hand sketches of custom flashing configurations
  • Expansion joint assembly drawings
Three-dimensional isometric envelope detail drawing showing wall assembly layers, waterproofing, flashing, and cladding components

Our Consulting Process

01

Project Assessment

We begin with a thorough review of project requirements, site conditions, and design intent to establish the right enclosure strategy.

02

System Selection

We evaluate and recommend enclosure systems based on performance requirements, budget, schedule, and local climate conditions.

03

Design Development

We develop detailed drawings, specifications, and performance criteria that guide the contractor through successful installation.

04

Construction Support

We remain available throughout construction to answer RFIs, review submittals, and help resolving field conditions as they arise.

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