Chris Laumer-Giddens is an Atlanta-based architect, builder, and building scientist known for designing ultra-airtight, durable, and healthy homes. With decades of hands-on experience in construction and HVAC design, he champions simple, robust “perfect enclosure” detailing, vapour-open assemblies, and well-considered mechanical systems. His work is grounded in a clear philosophy: control air and moisture at the envelope to create homes that are comfortable, mould-free, and built to last—while helping the industry avoid unnecessary complexity and poor building practices.
Chris Laumer-Giddens has been a guest on 1 episode.
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Episode 37: 8 Fundamentals to Home Design - Chris Laumer-Giddens
6 May 2026 | Season 1 | 56 mins 55 secs
air leakage, air tightness, building enclosure, construction industry., control layers, dehumidification, energy efficiency, erv, ground source heat, hrv, insulation, moisture management, passive house, timeless buildings, ventilation
Chris shares his career journey and why airtight building envelopes are critical for preventing moisture and mould.