Blending Aesthetics and Functionality  

Mastering Opaque Glass Rainscreen Systems

Sponsored by Sto Corp. | Presented by Brock Osborn

Webinar On-Demand

This topic combines creativity and performance in the form of an opaque glass, drained and back ventilated, complete rainscreen system. The main objective is to illustrate that the use of opaque glass is a robust rainscreen solution for architects, façade consultants, and design professionals.

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Brock Osborn began his Sto career in 1990 working for a dedicated Sto Distributor in the DC area. Since coming to Sto Corp in 1996 he has held various positions for the company. In Brock’s current role of Rainscreen Specialist – Mid Atlantic., he has been assigned to a specialized team within Sto Corp. whose job is to service the top Architectural Firms in the US. Brock’s product focus is on StoVentec and Ventro Sub-construction assemblies for the rainscreen market.

Originally published in Architectural Record

Originally published in September 2024

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Examine the qualities of, and manufacturing process for, glass as a building enclosure. Analyze the relationship between opaque glass cladding and the rainscreen system. Provide an overview of the control and system layers that make up a complete rainscreen system. Identify some critical design considerations specific to an opaque glass rainscreen system.