Inside the Firm Archives

Welcoming Susannah Davis to CopelandBEC

February 24, 2025February 24, 2025Matt

CopelandBEC is thrilled to welcome Susannah Davis to the team as our newest Senior Consultant!

Susannah is an experienced building envelope consultant with a passion for materials and collaboration. Since earning her Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Science at Smith College, she has enjoyed working on projects across New England and the AEC industry. She recently completed a Master’s degree in Plastics Engineering at University of Massachusetts Lowell, and she hopes to educate and advocate for responsible polymer use in the building envelope world and beyond. With a focus in roofing and waterproofing, she looks forward to continuing to alarm her family and friends with “Roof of the Day” and “Pit of the Day” photos throughout all the deep dives and new heights with the Copeland BEC team!

Air Barriers Under Pressure: Navigating Minnesota’s New Energy Code Requirements

February 4, 2025August 30, 2025Matt

The evolution of Minnesota’s energy code continues to emphasize the critical role of air barrier performance in construction. Proper verification and documentation of these systems has become increasingly relevant for architects and builders working on commercial and institutional projects throughout the state.

Welcoming Arjun Bir, PE to CopelandBEC

January 27, 2025February 10, 2025Matt

CopelandBEC is thrilled to welcome Arjun Bir to the team as our newest Principal!

Arjun Bir is a building scientist and licensed professional engineer (GA, AL, SC) with a background in structural engineering, and a specialization in the design, investigation, and rehabilitation of building enclosures (roofing, exterior wall, fenestration, and waterproofing systems).

Comprehensive Building Envelope Solutions

January 24, 2025February 10, 2025Matt

At Copeland Building Envelope Consulting, we work to protect and improve how buildings perform. Our agile, responsive team combines expertise with a practical approach to deliver results that make sense for each project. Here’s a detailed look at what we do to make buildings better. You can also download a PDF version of this list of services at the end of the post.

#11: Patrick Huelman—Building Science Education, AI, and Walleye Fishing

January 13, 2025January 13, 2025Matt

On our latest Podcast episode, we’re joined by Patrick (Pat) Huelman for a thoughtful conversation on the evolving world of building science. We touch on everything from walleye fishing to the influence of AI in education, but the heart of the discussion is about the importance of foundational building science knowledge—and why it needs a stronger presence in architectural education.

Pat highlights a critical point: Building science education will only thrive if the industry demands it from higher education and actively supports it. To make that happen, we also need public and private research funding to develop the next generation of building science educators—those Master’s and PhD graduates who will go on to teach and shape the future of the industry.

We also talk about the power of hands-on learning experiences like the Solar Decathlon and why building science principles are essential for creating high-performance, sustainable buildings that prioritize people, comfort, and the planet.

Listen to this conversation with Patrick Huelman where we discuss why building science education needs stronger industry support, the critical role of research funding in developing future educators, and how deeper technical knowledge can lead to more sustainable, high-performance buildings.

Watch the full episode here!

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