Thermal Bridge Explained: Invisible But Dangerous

This comprehensive exploration of an often overlooked, but critical issue in energy-efficient building design - thermal bridges. Invisible to the naked eye yet capable of wreaking havoc on your energy consumption, thermal bridges could be costing you hundreds or even thousands of dollars each year, and potentially compromising the health of building occupants.

We cover the complex subject of thermal bridging, discussing their nature, types, the risks they pose, and how they can lead to increased energy losses, costlier bills, and unhealthy living conditions. You will also learn how to make thermal bridge-free designs by following the 'Thermal Triad Method'.

Learn how to implement this method in your projects and optimize your building's energy efficiency. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just beginning your journey in energy-efficient design, this video brings you a step closer to more sustainable building practices.

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My name is Anton Dobrevski and I'm an architect and accredited Passive House Trainer who is passionate about designing High-Performance and Healthy buildings. On this channel, I'll be talking about Building Science and the Passive House Standard, more specifically about Insulation, Airtightness, Vapour Control, Heat recovery ventilation systems, Thermal bridge-free designs, Fresh Air, Healthy Buildings, Comfort, Innovative Building Products, and I will show you around some of the projects I am working on. You'll also find videos revealing the thinking, the process, and the ideas behind the making of Passive House buildings. If you are an Architect, Engineer or Builder hit that subscribe button!


⌚️Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
00:38 What is a Thermal Bridge?
01:10 Types of Thermal Bridges
01:37 The Problem
02:27 Dangers of Thermal Bridging
03:38 Thermal Bridge-Free Definition
04:13 Thermal Triad Method
06:20 2 Examples
07:04 How To Optimize Thermal Bridges?