John Straube is a principal at RDH Building Science Inc. and a professor of building science at the University of Waterloo’s Civil Engineering Department and School of Architecture.
His research focuses on energy-efficient, healthy, durable, and sustainable building designs, utilizing advanced computer simulations, laboratory testing, and full-scale performance monitoring. Dr. Straube has advised major building product manufacturers, government agencies, design professionals, and building owners.
Recognized as an international expert on moisture-related durability issues, he has applied his expertise to a variety of problems, including mouldy roofs, failed masonry, leaky EIFS cladding, insulating Mongolian yurts, wet basements, rotting crawlspaces and attics, historically sensitive retrofits, and litigation support for diverse buildings like commercial office towers, manufactured housing, and sustainable strawbale homes.
John Straube has been a guest on 1 episode.
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Episode 5: John Straube
18 June 2024 | Season 1 | 43 mins 45 secs
airtightness, building code, building design, building performance, building science, buildings, construction materials, energy efficiency, energy modeling, insulation, new zealand building, wall construction, weather resistive barrier, windows
John Straube and Simon Cator discussed the importance of understanding building science to create sustainable and comfortable living spaces. Dr. Straube shared his journey from civil engineering to building science and his decades of experience as a building scientist and professor.