Evolving trends in sustainable building design and ever-increasing requirements of building energy codes are placing greater emphasis on the performance of the building enclosure.

Building Enclosure Commissioning offers rigorous documentation of the intended performance for the building enclosure and tracks the development of the design and construction of the project to meet these targets. Given stringent performance requirements and new criteria, such as defined levels of airtightness, thermal energy demand, and advanced façade maintenance operations, it has become more important than ever that the performance of the building enclosure be carefully considered at all stages of the project lifecycle.

What Makes BECx Different at Entuitive?

We believe there is added valued in the Building Enclosure Commissioning Agent being a Building Envelope Specialist, bringing their complex technical expertise to the role commonly only provided by personnel with fundamental technical expertise. The Entuitive BECx team comprises specialists who are systematically engaged in consulting work and have an extensive knowledge of building enclosure systems, such as exterior wall assemblies, exterior glazing systems, roofing assemblies, and exterior waterproofing systems.

In addition, our experience in both enclosure design and energy analysis allows us to identify those elements that are critical to the overall building performance at the design phase and specifically define performance criteria and quality assurance methods unique to the project.

Finally, our experience in whole building enclosure design allows us to foresee and identify those areas which are at greatest risk of failure prior to project completion. As such, we can help address failures and prevent them happening in the future with the benefit of verifying post-occupancy performance.

Asset Lifecycle

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When engaged early, the BECxA can directly assist stakeholders in defining the objectives that dictate enclosure performance and ultimately impact the owner’s project requirements such that they are clearly communicated to the design team.

Advanced Performance Analysis

APA allows us to maximize energy efficiency and reduce project costs.

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Building Envelope Design

We specialize in the complete enclosure of new and existing buildings.

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Roof Design

We design and repair advanced roofing systems that support a sustainable future.

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Operate

The commissioning process originates during the pre-design phase and extends through to completion, warranty, and post-occupancy phases.

Recommissioning and retro-commissioning can also be performed for an occupied building to ensure the building enclosure is performing as intended. Adjustments, repairs, and maintenance can be key factors in ensuring the service life of the building enclosure is maximized and lifecycle costs associated with each assembly are minimized.

Building Condition Assessments (BCA)

We assess building performance, condition, and lifecycle factors for a variety of building types.

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Building Envelope Condition Assessments (BECA)

Our team combines years of expertise with the latest tools to assess building envelope conditions.

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Building Envelope Restoration

Our building envelope restoration solutions optimize performance and extend the asset’s lifespan.

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Renew

The post-occupancy scopes on these buildings can be accompanied by an energy audit to evaluate the holistic performance of the building to harmonize its operation and energy use.

By doing so we can identify inefficiencies in the envelope and mechanical systems. This process can also include evaluation of poor thermally performing elements and providing consideration to where improvements can be realized.

Advanced Performance Analysis

APA allows us to maximize energy efficiency and reduce project costs.

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Building Restoration

Our building restoration team develops remedial repair solutions to extend the life of the building.

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Infrared Thermography

We perform building infrared scans to analyze issues with the structure’s building envelope.

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Project Highlights

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Originally constructed in 1982, the BMO Centre is undergoing a major expansion.

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Meet Our Leaders

David Thompson

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Heather Elliot

Senior Associate - Building Envelope Specialist

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Mike Lembke

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Learn more about how Entuitive approaches engineering challenges, and discover why Engineering Performance matters for your project.

From new to renewed structures, we design for the future.

Our solutions address all stages of your asset’s lifecycle and our team of experts can help you achieve optimal return on your investment.

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The world we envision includes a built environment that does not compromise the natural environment, or the ability of future generations to thrive.

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Our culture and commitment enable us to achieve progressive solutions to the most complex challenges.

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From new to renewed structures, we design for the future.

Our solutions address all stages of your asset’s lifecycle and our team of experts can help you achieve optimal return on your investment.

Explore Our Services

Uncover the limitless potential of the built environment.

The world we envision includes a built environment that does not compromise the natural environment, or the ability of future generations to thrive.

Discover Engineering Performance

Purpose-led.
Passion-fuelled.
We are Entuitive.

Our culture and commitment enable us to achieve progressive solutions to the most complex challenges.

Learn More About Us

Building Enclosure Commissioning

What Makes BECx Different at Entuitive?

Asset Lifecycle

Build

Advanced Performance Analysis

Building Envelope Design

Roof Design

Operate

Building Condition Assessments (BCA)

Building Envelope Condition Assessments (BECA)

Building Envelope Restoration

Renew

Advanced Performance Analysis

Building Restoration

Infrared Thermography

Project Highlights

Explore Our Recent Insights

Meet Our Leaders

David Thompson

Heather Elliot

Mike Lembke

Chris Van Dongen

David Thompson

Heather Elliot

Mike Lembke

Chris Van Dongen

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From new to renewed structures, we design for the future.

Uncover the limitless potential of the built environment.

Purpose-led. Passion-fuelled. We are Entuitive.

From new to renewed structures, we design for the future.

Uncover the limitless potential of the built environment.

Purpose-led. Passion-fuelled. We are Entuitive.

Purpose-led.
Passion-fuelled.
We are Entuitive.

Purpose-led.
Passion-fuelled.
We are Entuitive.